Pet Botanicals - Stress and Tension Relief

Our Pet Botanicals: Stress & Tension Elixir is a calming herbal formula designed to help your furry companions feel safe, relaxed, and balanced during times of emotional stress. Whether it’s thunderstorms, vet visits, separation anxiety, or household changes, this gentle elixir supports a more settled nervous system using time-honoured herbal allies.

Key Ingredients:

• Oatstraw: A nervine tonic that nourishes and soothes the nervous system, promoting long-term emotional resilience and calming restlessness.
• Catnip: Known for its dual-action, catnip relaxes nervous dogs and cats, easing anxiety while helping the body process stress more efficiently.
• Passionflower: A gentle sedative and antispasmodic that helps reduce nervous tension, hyperactivity, and restlessness in anxious pets.

Medicinal Properties:

• Nervous System Support: Oatstraw deeply nourishes nerve pathways, promoting overall emotional balance without sedation.
• Calming Effects: Catnip and passionflower work synergistically to soothe stress responses, helping pets remain calm during triggering events.
• Anti-Spasmodic Benefits: Passionflower’s muscle-relaxing qualities help address signs of tension like pacing, whining, or trembling.
• Digestive Ease: Catnip also gently supports digestion, which can become upset in anxious pets.

Our Stress & Tension Elixir for pets offers natural, nurturing support to help your companions stay calm and composed. Whether it’s daily separation anxiety or occasional stressors, this blend of gentle herbs brings grounded comfort—because your pet deserves peace of mind too.

Precautions:

• Not suitable for pregnant animals.
• Always consult with a veterinarian before use, especially if your pet is on medication or has chronic health issues.
• Discontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs.

How to Dose

Dogs

0.5 kg – 4.5kg = 1-3 drops 2-3 x day

4.5kg – 10 kg = 3-5 drops 2-3 x day

10kg – 22kg = 5-10 drops 2-3x day

50kg onwards = 10 – 20 drops 2-3 x day

Start slow and slowly build up eg.  3 drops for first week, then increase second week to full dose. Remain on the dosage for a few weeks, then decrease slowly.  If symptoms return start again.

Cats

5 drops 2 x day with a strong-smelling food (to disguise) otherwise if you cat is brave you can place the drops inside their mouth.  Start slow and slowly build up eg.  3 drops for first week, then increase second week to full dose. Remain on the dosage for a few weeks, then decrease slowly.  If symptoms return start again.

May contain trace amounts of alcohol.  If you want to take the alcohol out of your tincture, then take lid off bottle, simmer slowly till water starts to bubble (only slightly bubbling) remover, then your done.  This will help to evaporate the alcohol from your tincture.

Disclaimer

This website is for educational purposes only. The information provided here is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified veterinarian or healthcare professional for specific concerns or issues related to your pet's health. 

While natural therapies can be valuable in supporting your pet's health, it's crucial to emphasize that consulting with a qualified veterinarian may also be essential.  When incorporating natural therapies alongside conventional medicine for your pets, it's crucial to exercise caution and be aware of potential contraindications. Certain herbs or supplements may interact with prescribed medications, affecting their efficacy or causing unintended side effects, underscoring their importance.   Consulting with a veterinarian experienced in integrative approaches will help to ensure the well-being of your furry companions.