Pet-Safe
Essential Oils
For Calming
Fireworks, thunderstorms, travel, visitors, loud noises, and changes in routine can all cause stress and anxiety for dogs. As pet parents, we want to help our dogs feel calm, safe, and supported during those overwhelming moments — without adding more stress to their environment.
Pet-safe essential oils can be a gentle part of a calming routine when they are used responsibly and with your dog’s safety in mind. With proper dilution, careful observation, and the right oils, you can create a soothing atmosphere that helps support your dog during stressful events.
dōTERRA shares pet-use education from veterinarians and emphasizes careful dilution, observation, and proper use around animals.
Below are simple, natural ways to help calm your dog, reduce stress, and create a more peaceful environment using safe routines, comforting habits, and carefully selected dōTERRA essential oils.
Essential Oils for Calming
Balance
Use Balance in your diffuser to help create a calm, grounding atmosphere, or add it to your favorite calming diffuser blend.
For topical use with dogs and cats, apply one drop by gently petting it along the spine or lightly touching it to the tips of the ears. Balance is already diluted, making it a convenient option for gentle topical use.
Copaiba
This oil can be diffused to help create a calming environment, used topically when properly diluted, or given internally to dogs when appropriate.
For dogs, add one drop to wet food twice daily for internal use. For topical use, dilute to 3% and gently apply by petting along the body. For cats, dilute to 1% and apply by petting or lightly touching it to the tips of the ears.
Vetiver
This powerhouse calming oil is a great option to diffuse on its own or add to your favorite calming diffuser blend to help create a peaceful environment.
For dogs, dilute to 3% and gently apply by petting along the body or lightly touching it to the tips of the ears. For cats, diffusion is the preferred method.
Calmer or Serenity
Diffuse Serenity or Calmer to help create a peaceful, calming atmosphere, especially during stressful moments or when your pet needs extra support.
For dogs and cats, rub a small amount into your hands and gently apply by petting along the body or lightly touching it to the tips of the ears. Serenity should be diluted to 1–3% before topical use, while Calmer is already diluted and ready to apply.
Roman Chamomile
Diffuse, apply Topically (diluted), or give Internally.
Internal Use with Dogs - Give one drop in wet food twice daily. Topical Use with Dogs - Dilute to 3% and apply by petting.
Topical Use with Cats - Dilute to 1% and apply by petting or on the ear tips.
Diffuser
The Volo Diffuser is a beautiful way to enjoy your favorite calming oils while creating a peaceful atmosphere in your home or office.
With adjustable mist settings, soft ambient lighting, and multiple timer options, it makes it easy to customize the calming experience for your space.
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Pet Safety Guide
Essential oils can be a wonderful way to support a calm, peaceful environment for your pets, but they should always be used with care. Dogs and cats are more sensitive than we are, so it’s important to start small, use proper dilution, and pay attention to how your pet responds.
When diffusing, use a water-based diffuser in an open, well-ventilated room. Always give your pet the choice to leave the area if they want to. Never lock your dog or cat in a room with a diffuser running, and avoid diffusing too heavily or for too long.
For topical use, dilution matters. Essential oils should be diluted before applying them to your pet, especially with small dogs, cats, puppies, senior pets, or animals with health concerns. A little goes a long way.
Avoid applying oils near your pet’s eyes, ears, nose, mouth, genitals, or any sensitive areas. If applying topically, the gentlest method is usually to place the diluted oil in your hands and lightly pet it along the body or touch a small amount to the ear tips when appropriate.
Use extra caution with pets who are pregnant, nursing, very young, elderly, taking medications, using topical flea or tick treatments, or dealing with medical conditions. When in doubt, check with your veterinarian before using essential oils.
It’s also important to avoid products that contain xylitol, including certain oral care products, beadlets, or supplements, because xylitol is not safe for pets.
Watch your pet closely anytime you introduce a new oil. Signs that your pet may not be tolerating an oil well can include drooling, squinting, rubbing their face, shaking, whining, vomiting, diarrhea, or trying to leave the room.
If your pet seems uncomfortable, stop using the oil right away. If oil was applied topically, dilute the area with a carrier oil such as Fractionated Coconut Oil. Do not use water to try to remove essential oils.
Some oils are not recommended for topical or internal use with pets. For dogs, avoid Birch, Melaleuca/Tea Tree, and Wintergreen. Use caution with hot oils such as Oregano, Cassia, Cinnamon, Clove, Rosemary, and Thyme. For cats, avoid topical and internal use of oils such as citrus oils, Birch, Cinnamon, Clove, Melaleuca/Tea Tree, Oregano, Peppermint, Rosemary, Spearmint, Thyme, and Wintergreen.