Sometimes us pups get a bit bent outta shape! Them ole thunderstorms roll in or we have to go see the lady in the white coat can make us get all jittery in nerves! And, should I mention fireworks?! Even I quiver and shake! Not quite sure why those humans think they got to blow things up, but their noises make us pups on the wild side! Well, during these times, my Lady has a DIY Dog Calming Spray that she uses!
She puts it on our bandanas and sprays our beds with it. Now, I'm not too spiffy on this and I ain't even gonna claim to know how it works, but it sure makes me feel better!
I'll go get my Lady to tell you about it and how to make some for your pup!
Here's my Lady...
Poor Miss Molly! Truth be known, all my pups get super anxious with loud noises and when they have to see the vet!
However, I don't like giving them medication and was looking for natural solutions.
I love essential oils and finally landed on this great all-natural spray using essential oils for pets.
This calming spray is safe for dogs, but remember to only apply to the bandana and their bedding - do not apply directly to your pet!
Check out how easy it is to make below!
Calming Spray for Dogs
Each oil has calming properties and combined will hopefully help their nervousness.
Plant essential oils offer a powerful, natural alternative to calm dogs who may suffer from separation anxiety, fear of loud noises, or other forms of anxiety.
By using a combination of essential oils such as lavender and chamomile, you can create a calming aromatherapy blend to help your pet relax in times of stress or fear.
When used with supportive measures such as desensitization, behavior modification, obedience training, and physical exercise, essential oil blends can be extremely effective in calming a frightened dog.
Let's move on to the simple and soothing homemade calming spray.
Supplies needed:
Small glass spray bottle
4 oz distilled water
6 drops of lavender essential oil
4 drops of chamomile essential oil
4 drops of sweet marjoram essential oil
How to make Calming Spray for dogs:
Step 1. Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake until mixed well, and before each use.
Step 2. Put a few sprays on a bandanna and tie it loosely around the neck.
Step 3. You can also spray on your pet's bed or favorite blanket to create a comfortable and calming place for them.
Print this easy and simple recipe for DIY Dog Calming Spray!
Calming Spray for Dogs
Do your pups get anxious with loud noises? If you are like me and don't like giving them medication, why not try this easy all-natural DIY Calming Spray for Dogs.
Materials
- Small glass spray bottle
- 4 oz distilled water
- 6 drops of lavender essential oil
- 4 drops of chamomile essential oil
- 4 drops of sweet marjoram essential oil
Tools
- Small glass spray bottle
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake until mixed well, and before each use.
- Put a few sprays on a bandanna and tie it loosely around the neck.
- You can also spray on your pet's bed or favorite blanket to create a comfortable and calming place for them.
Notes
Each oil has calming properties and combined will hopefully help their nervousness.
Dorothy Boucher says
I need to get some essential oil. I notice the dogs getting more excited when we go out of the house and not take them.
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Shannon Holmes says
Thanks for sharing this spray with us.
Amber Albertson says
I needed this! My poor sammy gets anxiety so bad when we leave home.
Tracie Cooper says
This would be perfect for our dog Nellie! I would love to try this to calm her nerves!
Sandy Klocinski says
My little boy gets freaked out easily. If you think about it, this actually makes sense. Putting it on a bandana is a great idea, assuming that putting a bandana on doesn't frighten your dog. I can't get any articles of clothing on my boy without him going berserk.
Susan Hartman says
I have to try this. I have a pug/toy poodle mix that gets so anxious esp during thunder storms.
Calvin says
My cat gets scared of a lot of things, sometimes for no reason, wonder if there's a calm spray for cats.
Mary says
Will this work for cats too? I could put the essential oils on my hands and rub him when the lawn is going to be mowed, or there is a storm, or the worst-when he is going to the vet. Have you tried it on cats? Thanks.
Sarah L says
I like how useful essential oils can be for so many things.
Veronica Lee says
I am loving the idea of aromatherapy for dogs. This calming spray for dogs sounds fantastic!
Ann says
I love the idea of spraying this on a bandana. Or maybe spritzing a bit on a pet's favorite pillow?
Thank you so much for this "recipe"! I will definitely be saving it for later. <3
Michelle Elizondo says
Im curious what are the side effects?
Christine Caplan says
Thank you for posting this - I use some lavendar drops in a bottle that I spray on the couch pillows and pet bedding and I'm always looking for other recipe's to use with the dogs. Calming is big around here - thanks for this! Pinned!
Juliet Whitfield says
Love this recipe, we can all use this at times! Thanks for giving a new tool to help our pets. I'm a full time traveler and need to settle my dogs in new situations all the time.