VetIQ Calming Support Supplement for Dogs, Calming Chews Help Manage Stress and Promote Relaxation, Anxiety Relief for Dogs, Made in the USA, 60 Count Review
By Marcus Bell · Dog nutrition editor · Published 2026-06-05 · Updated 2026-06-26
4.2(5,500)Amazon rating$12.476,000+ bought last month
Our verdict
VetIQ's calming chews combine chamomile, thiamine, L-tryptophan, L-theanine, passionflower and melatonin in a hickory smoke flavored chew, and with about 5,500 reviews at a 4.2 star average and roughly 6,000 bought last month, it's one of the more established options in this lineup.
Dogs who deal with everyday stress triggers like vet visits, car rides or minor separation, and owners who want an affordable multi ingredient chew backed by a large review base.
Skip if
You need something for severe, diagnosed anxiety, or your dog has sensitivities to any of the six active ingredients in the blend.
Priced 48% below the category median ($23.99 across 63 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.2/5overall
Owner rating4.2/5
4.2 average across 5,500 owner ratings
Popularity4.5/5
5,500 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
['This 60 count bag of VetIQ Calming Support chews uses a hickory smoke flavor and packs chamomile, vitamin B1 (thiamine mononitrate), L-tryptophan, L-theanine, passionflower and melatonin into each chew. Made by PetIQ, the label positions it around managing stress, promoting relaxation and general anxiety relief.', 'At 7.8 ounces for 60 chews, the bag is sized for regular, ongoing use rather than a single event, and the allergen-free labeling adds some reassurance for dogs with food sensitivities.', "Priced at $12.47, it's one of the more affordable multi ingredient options in this category, and it's backed by roughly 5,500 reviews and a 4.2 star average, with an estimated 6,000 units bought in the past month, ranking number 9 among Amazon's dog relaxants."]
Pros
Six calming ingredients (chamomile, thiamine, L-tryptophan, L-theanine, passionflower, melatonin) in one chew
Affordable price for a 60 count bag
Large review base of roughly 5,500 with a 4.2 star average
Allergen-free labeling
High purchase volume, about 6,000 bought last month
Cons
Six ingredients make it harder to pinpoint what's driving results if your dog's response is unexpected
Hickory smoke is the only flavor, no alternative for picky eaters
Not intended for severe or diagnosed anxiety disorders
Specifications
Form
Supplement
Flavor
Hickory Smoke
Benefits
Manage Stress,Promote Relaxation,Anxiety Relief
Best for
Behavior
Weight
7.8 Ounces
Performance notes
The chew format combines both herbal ingredients (chamomile, passionflower) and amino acid or hormone based ones (L-tryptophan, L-theanine, melatonin) plus thiamine, a B vitamin sometimes included for its role in nervous system support. That layered approach is similar to other multi ingredient chews in this category rather than a single ingredient formula.
What buyers say
With about 5,500 reviews at a 4.2 star average and an estimated 6,000 units bought in the past month, this chew has a large, active following at a lower price point than many competitors, suggesting good value perception among repeat buyers.
The formula includes chamomile, vitamin B1 (thiamine mononitrate), L-tryptophan, L-theanine, passionflower and melatonin, combined in a hickory smoke flavored chew.
Is this a fast-acting product for a specific event?
The label frames it around managing everyday stress rather than a single fast-acting dose, so it's best used consistently rather than as a last-minute fix.
Is this safe for dogs with food allergies?
It's labeled allergen-free, but always check the full ingredient list against your dog's specific sensitivities, and ask your vet if you're unsure.
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