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The Herbal Pet Calm & Anxiety SKU CCAC30C2
Herbal Pet Calming Chews
Nervousness or aggression in pets can be a result of genetics, upbringing, nutritional deficiencies, or circumstance. Whatever the reason, The Herbal Pet Calming Chews should help your pets be happier and calmer, naturally.
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Herbal Pet Calming Chews
SKU CCAC30C2
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01 · THE PROBLEM
The problem this solves
This product helps to address behavioural problems in cats and dogs. Aggression, depression, anxiety, fear - all of these things are as a result of biochemical changes in the brain. Certain natural molecules can influence inbalances.
02 · WHO IT'S FOR
Who Calming Chews is for
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dogs and cats who are nervous
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aggressive dogs and cats (fighting etc.)
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dogs and cats who are afraid (thunderstorms, fireworks etc.)
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pets before moving house or changing owner
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pets when travelling
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rescue pets
03 · THE FORMULATION
Every ingredient, and why it's in
Inositol
It helps manage neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine in humans, which control mood.
Chamomile Matricaria chamomilla
Contains apigenin, a natural plant compound that binds to brain receptors to ease tension without heavy sedation. Often used for mild stress like car rides, thunderstorms, or separation nervousness. Helps calm stress-related stomach upset and gas.
Passion flower Passiflora incarnata
Helps to relieve noise phobias (thunderstorms, fireworks), separation anxiety, and travel stress by promoting a relaxed state. May reduce unruly or reactive behavior when fear or overstimulation triggers aggression.
Magnesium oxide
Helps lower high levels of cortisol (the stress hormone).
Formulated by Beryl Shuttleworth, BSc Hons Biochemistry
04 · DOSING
How to feed it, by weight
| Pet size | Daily dose |
|---|---|
| Small pets 1-10kg | 1 tablet per day |
| Medium pets 10.1 - 20kg | 2 tablets per day |
| Large pets 20.1 - 30kg | 3 tablets per day |
| Large pets 30.1 - 40kg | 4 tablets per day |
| Giants breeds >40kg | 5 tablets per day |
- A 30 tablet container lasts a medium dog 15 days.
Safety
- Do not use together with anti-depression medication
- Not for use during pregnancy or lactation
- Discontinue immediately at any sign of adverse reaction
- This is a nutritional product and not intended as a substitute for veterinary products or advice
- For dogs and cats
05 · QUESTIONS
What owners actually ask
In thunderstorm season, how often should I give this?
Because pet ears are far superior to human ears, this needs to be a daily supplement in order to have an effect on storm reactions. By the time we hear a storm approaching, our pets have been hearing it for a lot longer.
06 · Customer reviews
What owners report
Named owners, named pets, dated outcomes. Our own reviews are shown in full. Where the same products are sold by other shops, we summarise what their reviewers say, the good and the bad, with a link back to read the originals there.
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2 reviews on this site
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2 reviews for Herbal Pet Calming Chews
What they like
- Effective calming results: Most reviewers report a noticeable calming effect across a range of issues, including storm anxiety, inter-dog aggression, separation anxiety, and general restlessness. (≈4 of 5)
- Works for both cats and dogs: Several owners successfully used the product across multiple pets of different species in the same household. (≈3 of 5)
- Herbal / natural formulation reassures owners: The all-herbal ingredient list gives owners confidence in the product's safety for regular use. (≈2 of 5)
What they flag
- Product is a tablet, not a chew: Multiple reviewers were caught off guard that the product is a hard tablet despite being labelled as calming chews, making administration noticeably more difficult. (≈3 of 5)
- Difficult to administer, especially to cats: Several owners struggled to get pets to take the tablet willingly, resorting to hiding it in treats or forcing it down, with cats being particularly resistant. (≈3 of 5)
What they like
- Effective anxiety and stress relief: Most reviewers noticed a meaningful reduction in anxiety-related behaviour, covering triggers such as storms, car trips, grooming, and fireworks. (≈7 of 10)
- Calming without changing personality: Several owners specifically noted that their pets remained their normal, affectionate selves while being calmer, rather than appearing sedated. (≈3 of 10)
- Natural formulation appreciated: The fact that the product uses natural ingredients was called out as a positive by a number of reviewers. (≈2 of 10)
What they flag
- No noticeable effect on some dogs: At least one owner reported zero improvement even when following the recommended dosage, suggesting the product does not work for every dog. (≈1 of 10)
- Poor product quality and packaging: One reviewer found that a large portion of the tablets had crumbled to powder inside the tin, raising concerns about quality control. (≈1 of 10)
- Tablet format not suitable for all pets: For pets that are fussy or reluctant to eat unfamiliar things, the tablet form makes administration difficult; a powder or oil alternative was suggested. (≈1 of 10)
- Misleading returns policy: The product advertises a money-back guarantee, but Takealot lists it as non-returnable, leaving dissatisfied buyers with no recourse. (≈1 of 10)
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Michele de Villiers –
I have been using Calming Chews for my dog, Lily, for the past year. She has Addisons and has an anxiety issue. Before finding calming chews she was on an anti depressant that did not really help. The Calming chews have made a huge difference to her temperament. The best find ever! When I know the weather is going to be bad I give her an extra one and it helps her remain calm through the thunder as well.
Beryl Shuttleworth –
Great news, Michele, thanks so much for letting us know. 🙂
Kat –
I have a 6 month old husky pup. This worked perfectly with her separation anxiety and mouthing.