The Five Natural Ingredients That May Improve Mental Health In Anxious or Depressed Dogs

Holistic supplements and alternative wellness treatments have seen a bit of renaissance in the last few years...for humans. But, pet care is also seeing a surge. A 2020 study revealed that a full 47 percent of pet owners are already giving their dogs holistic health supplements. After all, pets are family and deserve the same quality care — if not better — that we expect for ourselves, right? Well, when our dogs are stress-y messes, we want to cure that anxiety in a way that we would feel safe doing for ourselves. Turns out there’s a supplement for that! Finn’s natural calming supplement chews are treat-like nuggets with just the right amounts of gentle, calming, natural ingredients that many of us humans take too. We also love the packaging, and the fact that we get a discount for subscribing — hello, set it and forget it! 


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Finn's Calming Aid supplement is formulated with these five natural ingredients that have been said to have a calming effect on the nerves and could help keep dogs feeling relaxed in stressful situations. 

1. Chamomile: Sound familiar? Surely you know someone who sips chamomile tea at night before bed. Also great for the stomach and digestive system, this daisy-like flower settles nerves.

2. L-Theanine: An amino acid, l-theanine packs a powerful cognitive punch. In humans, it’s been shown to improve focus and retention, while making us happier and more relaxed. For dogs, it is thought to do the same.

3. Melatonin: Here's an ingredient you might already have in the house! Our brains release melatonin into our systems every night as we wind down to help us sleep. Likewise, melatonin could help your dog get a solid night of rest.

4. Passion Flower: A dietary supplement humans take to address sleep issues and anxiety, passion flower may also help pups of all shapes and sizes deal with some of the world's external stressors.

5. Valerian Root: Known to have a mild calming effect, the root has been used for centuries to treat ailments ranging from headaches to depression. It also may promote mental peace and tranquility in our pups.