Zesty Paws OraStix for Dogs - Calming Dental Sticks for Stress with Hemp Melatonin Chamomile Dog Healthy Teeth and Gums Calm Composure for Fireworks and Thunderstorms - 25oz Review
By Dr. Lena Ortiz · Canine wellness writer · Published 2026-06-16 · Updated 2026-06-19
4.2(8,582)Amazon rating$24.972,000+ bought last month
Our verdict
Zesty Paws OraStix combines a dental stick format with hemp seed, Suntheanine, and melatonin in a peppermint flavor, aiming to support both calm behavior and dental health in one chew, and a 4.2 star average across more than 8,500 reviews suggests owners like the dual purpose approach.
Owners who want to combine dental chewing with calming support in a single product, especially for dogs that need help around fireworks and thunderstorms.
Skip if
You want a dedicated calming chew without the dental stick texture, or your dog doesn't enjoy peppermint flavored treats.
Form Dental Stick
Flavor Peppermint
Benefits Calms And Relaxes Dogs, Supports Dental Health
Best for Behavior
Breed size All
Our scorecard
4.2/5overall
Owner rating4.2/5
4.2 average across 8,582 owner ratings
Popularity4.6/5
8,582 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog food and health supplements we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['OraStix from Zesty Paws is built as a dental stick rather than a soft chew, combining hemp seed, Suntheanine (a branded form of L-theanine), and melatonin with a peppermint flavor. The label markets it as supporting both dental health and calm behavior in one product.', 'This dual purpose positioning is a bit different from most other entries in the calming category, which tend to focus purely on stress relief. The dental stick format and peppermint flavor also aim to freshen breath while dogs work through the ingredient blend during chewing.', 'At $24.97 for a 25 ounce bag, this is priced competitively for a dental and calming combination product. With more than 8,500 reviews and a 4.2 star average, along with roughly 2,000 units bought in the past month, it has built a strong reputation in this niche.']
Pros
Combines dental stick chewing with hemp seed, Suntheanine, and melatonin
Peppermint flavor aimed at freshening breath
Strong 4.2 star average across more than 8,500 reviews
Dual purpose product covers both calming and dental needs
Cons
Dental stick texture may not suit dogs that prefer soft chews for calming support
Peppermint flavor could be less appealing than meat based flavors to some dogs
Dual purpose formula may deliver less concentrated calming ingredients than a dedicated calming chew
Specifications
Form
Dental Stick
Flavor
Peppermint
Benefits
Calms And Relaxes Dogs, Supports Dental Health
Best for
Behavior
Breed size
All
Performance notes
The dental stick format doubles as a chew toy of sorts, working the hemp seed, Suntheanine, and melatonin blend into the dog's routine through prolonged chewing, which also supports the dental health claims on the label.
What buyers say
With more than 8,500 reviews and a 4.2 star average, plus roughly 2,000 units bought in the past month, OraStix has built a solid following among owners looking for a combined dental and calming product.
It's formatted as a dental stick rather than a soft chew, meant to combine dental health support with calming ingredients like hemp seed, Suntheanine, and melatonin.
What flavor is this product?
It's peppermint flavored, which is also intended to help freshen breath during chewing.
Can this help with fireworks or thunderstorm anxiety?
The label positions it as calming support for triggers like fireworks and thunderstorms, though for severe anxiety it's best to also talk to your vet.
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