Natural Remedies for Hyperactive Dogs

Natural remedies for hyperactive dogs are milder and safer to use than conventional medication. Natural remedies include the use of herbs, essential oils, flower essences, and nutritional supplements to reduce anxiety and calm the hyperactive dog.

Various natural remedies can be used to calm a dog that is over-excited, aggressive, or hyperactive.

All the remedies for hyperactive dogs on this page are mild and safe for our dogs. Try them out and see which one(s) work well for your poochie!

For information on the symptoms and possible causes of hyperactive behaviors in dogs, please visit our page on Hyperactive Dogs.

Herbal Remedies for Hyperactive Dogs

While herbal remedies will not "cure" your dog's hyperactivity, some herbs can be used to temporarily and symptomatically calm him down so that both of you can take a breather!

There are several nerve-calming herbs that can be used on hyperactive dogs, but different dogs react differently to the herbs. Some herbs are more effective on some dogs, so try the different herbs on your dog to see which one(s) work best!

Oat

Oat is an excellent nerve-calming herb and is nutritious as well. Cooked oatmeal can be added to your dog's food.

Chamomile

This herb reduces anxiety in dogs that are stressed out. It calms the nerve as well as induces sleep. You can give chamomile tea to your dog before a long drive or soak a treat in the tea.

Valerian

Valerian reduces tension, anxiety, overexcitability in dogs. This herb is available in capsules or as a tincture.

Skullcap

Skullcap is effective for nervous tension. It also helps epileptic dogs.

Herbal Product for Dog Hyperactivity

Animals' Apawthecary Tranquility Blend

This herbal formula is made up of a balanced combination of three calming nerve tonics: Valerian, Skullcap, and Oatstraw.

It is very effective in calming both dogs and cats.

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Essential Oil Remedies for Hyperactive Dogs

Aromatherapy is effective in calming a hyperactive dog. When using essential oils, remember to get 100% pure oil from a reputable source.

Lavender Oil / Chamomile Oil

The essential oils of Lavender and Chamomile have calming effects on both us and our dogs. Here are some ways that you can use essential oils to calm your dog:

For a long car trip, put a few drops of lavender and chamomile essential oils on a cotton ball and hang it from the rearview mirror.
Use a diffuser in the room where your dog rests.
Spray your dog's bed with a lavender and chamomile spritz.

** When using essential oils on pets, never put undiluted oils on them - undiluted oils are too strong for our pets.

Also take a look at this aromatherapy recipe that you can use on a dog that is hyperactive.

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Nutritional Supplements for Hyperactive Dogs

Some natural nutritional supplements can be effective remedies for hyperactive dogs as well. In particular:

L-theanine: L-theanine is a free (non-protein) amino acid found almost exclusively in tea plants and is the predominant amino acid in green tea leaves. L-theanine has been found to directly stimulate the production of alpha brain waves, creating a state of deep relaxation. It is being used effectively as a calming supplement in people.
Thiamine: Thiamine, or thiamin, is a water-soluble vitamin of the B complex (vitamin B1). It has been shown to affect the central nervous system, in particular, it helps to calm and soothe anxious animals. A deficiency of thiamin has been found to cause irritability in animals. Because thiamine is not stored in the body, increased activity, stress, illness, or increase metabolism depletes its levels in the body.
Decapeptide: Decapeptide is isolated from the milk protein casein and is known for its calming effects.

Vetri-Science Composure Liquid Supplement for Dogs and Cats

A very effective calming liquid is Vetri-Science Composure Liquid.

This supplement contains L-theanine, thiamine, decapeptide, and lecithin (which is also calming to the nervous system). Many dog parents have used this composure liquid to calm their hyperactive dogs with great results.

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Flower Essence for Hyperactive Dogs

Bach Flower Essences Rescue Remedy

Some people also report success in calming their hyperactive dogs by using Dr. Bach's Rescue Remedy. Put a few drops of the remedy in your dog's drinking water, or for faster effect, rub a few drops on his mouth and gums. In many cases, this will achieve almost immediate calming result.

Delicious Treat for A Hyperactive Dog
Dogswell Mellow Mut Functional Dog Treats

These treats are made with relaxing herbs (lavender and hops) and are great for hyperactive, nervous, anxious and stressed-out dogs. What's more, they are high in protein, low in fat, and are grain free.