FAQ

Each daily serving (2 chews) contains Valerian Root 200 mg, Chamomile Extract 100 mg, Flax Seed Oil 100 mg, Passion Flower 50 mg, L-Tryptophan 30 mg, Thiamine (Vitamin B1) 30 mg, and Melatonin 2 mg: a total active payload of 512 mg. Inactive ingredients: glycerin, tapioca starch, pea flour, natural flavour, and cultured dextrose as a natural preservative. No artificial colours, flavours, or synthetic preservatives, and no proprietary blends. Every ingredient and its dose is printed on the label. Doses shown are per 2-chew serving; smaller dogs on 1 chew get half, larger dogs on 3–4 chews proportionally more (see the dosing guide below).

Yes, at a low, considered 2 mg per daily serving, there for circadian-rhythm support, not sedation. That's well below the doses in products marketed as sleep aids. At this level it supports settling behaviour while your dog stays alert, responsive, and fully themselves during the day.

No. PawShift uses botanical ingredients and amino acids only. No CBD, no hemp derivatives, no regulatory ambiguity.

No. The formula contains zero artificial colours, flavours, or synthetic preservatives. Cultured dextrose serves as the natural preservative. Every active ingredient is listed with its exact milligram dosage - there are no "proprietary calming blends" obscuring what's inside.

Because we'll name our own weak spots. We're not the cheapest, and on two ingredients a competitor's dose is actually higher. We'd rather you heard that from us. What we are is the only product showing you the whole disclosed stack: seven actives, every milligram on the label, no "calming blend" obscuring what's inside. Cultured dextrose is the natural preservative, with no artificial colours, flavours, or synthetic preservatives. You can check the whole formula before you spend a cent.

Days 1–3: your dog acclimates to the routine. Days 4–7: you may notice slightly less reactivity to common triggers. Day 14+: most owners observe faster settling times after events like deliveries or hallway noise. Full baseline support develops over 4–6 weeks of consistent daily use. This is a daily-use formula that builds over time, not a fast-acting emergency chew.

Because the triggers that actually run your dog's day are unpredictable: a knock at the door, the bin truck, being left alone. You can't time a fast-acting chew for something you didn't see coming. A daily morning routine builds continuous baseline support, so your dog is already calmer when a trigger hits, instead of relying on a reactive dose that may or may not have kicked in.

No. It's designed to work alongside training, not replace it. When a dog is in a high-arousal state - cortisol spiking from a doorbell or hallway noise - they physically can't process commands. Daily calm support helps lower that arousal threshold so your dog can actually hear and respond to training during stressful moments. Think of it as a bridge that makes your training more effective.

For a lot of owners this isn't just stressful, it's a letter from the body corporate or the council with a deadline on it. A fast-acting chew is useless for a departure that sets your dog off the second the door shuts. A daily routine builds baseline support, so they start from a calmer place when you leave, settling faster and winding up less over time. It won't make your dog silent overnight, but it supports a calmer response to being left, day after day.

It helps most with the everyday, high-frequency triggers: the bin truck, a dropped tray, ordinary household noise. It gradually lowers the baseline your dog reacts from, so the same trigger lands softer. For one-off, high-intensity nights like fireworks, remember this is a daily-baseline product, not an emergency chew. The benefit is a steadier dog going in, built over weeks of consistent use, not a dose an hour before.

No, and this is one of the most common things rescue owners tell us. It isn't regression you caused. That early quiet is often a dog shut down by a total change of life, not a settled dog. As they start to feel safe, the real dog surfaces (pacing, barking, not switching off) and it reads like things got worse. A rough guide: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn the routine, 3 months to start feeling safe. When settling stalls past 3 months, it usually isn't more time your dog needs. It's a stress baseline that never reset. That gap is exactly what a daily protocol is built to support.

Give once daily, ideally in the morning, with or without food. Up to 4.5 kg: 1 chew. 5–18 kg: 2 chews. 18–36 kg: 3 chews. 36 kg+: 4 chews. If your dog has a sensitive stomach, start with half the recommended dose for the first 3 days.

Yes. In homes where one dog's barking sets the others off, the goal is to reduce the intensity of that first spark. Start by supporting the primary reactor, the dog who triggers the rest. By helping lower their arousal threshold, the whole household tends to stay calmer through the noise that would normally set everyone off.

If your dog takes medication for anxiety - such as SSRIs, Trazodone, or Gabapentin - consult your veterinarian before adding any supplement. PawShift uses botanical and amino acid ingredients, not pharmaceuticals, but your vet should confirm there are no interactions.

PawShift is formulated for adolescent and adult dogs. Safe use in pregnant animals, animals intended for breeding, or puppies under 6 months has not been established. For senior dogs or dogs with pre-existing health conditions, check with your veterinarian first.

The chews use a beef-based flavour profile made for high palatability, and most dogs take them straight as a treat. If yours is hesitant, break the chew into smaller pieces and mix it into their regular food.

Only if you want it to be. Every PawShift order can be a one-time purchase, with no account to manage and nothing recurring. If you'd like to save, turn on Automatic Refill to unlock exclusive subscriber discounts and free gifts, delivered every 30, 60, or 90 days. It's zero-friction: skip, reschedule, or cancel anytime. Multi-jar bundles also include built-in savings and free shipping. You're never locked in.

If PawShift doesn't work for your dog, contact our support team within 60 days of purchase for a full refund. No questions asked, no hoops to jump through. The 60-day window gives you enough time to complete the full protocol and evaluate the results fairly.

Standard shipping arrives within 5–7 business days. The 2-jar and 3-jar bundles qualify for free shipping (expedited on the 3-jar). Single-jar orders have a A$6.95 standard shipping fee.