Are there calming sprays for dogs?
There are calming sprays for dogs! Dog calming sprays and diffusers made with ingredients like lavender, chamomile, and other essential oils can help anxious dogs feel more relaxed in stressful situations. You can also find dog calming sprays and diffusers made with synthetic pheromones that mimic naturally comforting hormones secreted by nursing mothers. These dog calming sprays may be helpful for those with noise aversion, separation anxiety, during fireworks and thunderstorms, and to help avoid excessive barking and destructive behaviors.
What ingredients should I look for in dog calming sprays and diffusers?
Look for ingredients like comforting pheromones and calming essential oils in dog calming sprays and diffusers. You may have to experiment with a few to see what helps or talk to your vet for some good recommendations.
Do calming diffusers work for dogs?
Calming diffusers can work for dogs, but all dogs are different and there are many different types of calming diffusers. Talk to your vet about effective interventions for anxiety and stress and ask if a calming diffuser might be helpful your pup.