herbal help for noise reactive dog

Hi every-one,

My youngest dog is very sensitive to absolutley every noise he hears. I had the same problem with my older dog but with training he dosen't react any more (well not often anyway!)

The problem is we have been following the same training methods with no results I was wondering if any-one knew of any herbal remedies safe for dogs that might help calm him down while we are training him?

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

Herbal Calm
Product # 48
$17.00 + Shipping/Handling

Contents: Valerian Root, Hops Flower, and Skullcap Herbs.

Designed for the temporary but immediate relief of anxiety and stress related behaviors brought on by a specific situation. Examples: Traveling or Grooming Problems, Moving or Changes in Family/Pets, and Thunderstorms or Weather related issues, such as Allergies.

Herbal Calm can help to eliminate destructive and unwanted behaviors during these stressful moments. Some signs of stress-induced behaviors are: pacing, aggression, excessive drooling, scratching and biting at objects as well as self. It is best to give Herbal Calm 1 day before, and repeat 1 hour before, pet is exposed to stress-causing event. Because Herbal Calm acts like a tranquilizer, it is not to be used more than 21 days in a row. If used for the 21 consecutive days, you need to have a 7-day break in dosage before regaining use. This will help avoid a less-effective reaction from Herbal Calm.
Dosage:
Cats & Small Animals = 1 to 2 caps per day
Medium to Large Dogs = 2 to 4 caps per day
see:
http://www.leerburg.com/48.htm

Or try this...
Mellow Dog is an 12-herb anxiety-relief supplement designed to gently calm dogs without sedating them.* Use for excessive chewing, barking, and other unwanted behaviors; dog with separation anxiety; and/or traveling or grooming.


This herbal formula contains Dragon Bone to gently calm and sedate, Dang Gui & Jujube Fruit to nourish the blood and calm mental distress, and Bamboo Resin to clear the mind and break compulsive thought & behavior patterns.
See the results: 30 minutes to one day.
see full article:
http://www.18toes.com/BowWowInfo.htm

Or another Pet calm product:
http://www.webvitamins.com/product.aspx?id=7526

Simple Canine Calming Blend
1 oz. vegetable base oil (olive, sweet almond, sunflower, sesame,etc)
3 drops Lavender essential oil
3 drops Marjoram essential oil
3 drops Green Mandarin essential oil
3 drops Neroli essential oil
3 drops Valerian or Spikenarde essential oil


Shake well and store in a dark glass bottle, such as cobalt blue or amber.

For dosing, the size of the dog is the determining factor. I recommend 2-6 drops, depending on whether the dog is small, medium, large or extra large. A toy or tea cup breed might need only one drop, while a Great Dane would receive 6, or possibly 8. Always start off with the smallest amount and work your way up. Always initially introduce essential oils in the most positive manner. Never apply the oils near the eyes, or directly on the nose. Always be sure that they are properly diluted.

Kristen Leigh Bell is a Certified Master Aromatherapist and member of the National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy. She is the founder and president of Aromaleigh Inc, a company specializing in holistic aromatherapy products for pets. Her articles have appeared in various pet publications nationwide. She is presently writing a book on holistic aromatherapy for pets. She can be reached via
http://www.aromaleigh.com
see full article:
http://www.omplace.com/articles/Dog_Aromatherapy.html


Herbs for Pets: correcting emotional, physical and behavioral imbalances
Herbs and flower essences are a safe, effective and natural way to help your animal companion lead a healthier and happier life. Animals respond just as well to non-toxic anti-stress adaptogenic formula, herbal extract and Bach Flower remedies as people, and seem to have similar emotional imbalances that can be corrected with the appropriate remedy. We know that mental and emotional upsets in humans can have deep and lasting physical effects, far beyond what used to be referred to as "psychosomatic illness." Animals too, have an active mental and emotional life. and can manifest behavioral and physical problems that have their roots in emotional trauma.
see full article:
http://www.shirleys-wellness-cafe.com/animalflower.htm

bach flower rescue remedy works great

try a DAP difuser. they come as a plug in. you can get them off the internet. Good on bonfire night