Tierliebhaber Chillout Drops for Dogs
Calming pellet treats (despite the "Drops" name, it's not a liquid) combining valerian root, lemon balm and lavender, designed to ease situational stress in dogs from thunderstorms, travel or vet visits.
Pros
- Natural herbal ingredient blend
- Soft pellet treat is easy to give directly or mix with food
- Targets situational rather than only chronic stress
Cons
- Customer reviews are mixed on effectiveness
- May need to experiment with dosage/timing for best results
Ingredients
- Millet — 32%
- Vegetable glycerine (from sunflower seeds)
- Hermetia insect protein — 10%
- Valerian root — 3%
- Lemon balm — 3%
- St. John's wort — 3%
- Aniseed — 3%
- Lavender — 1.5%
- Fennel, poppy, cumin, rose hip, hops, passion flower, rosemary
What Owners Say
"It didn't work right away, but after 2 weeks my Maya really did become calmer."
★★★★★ · Owner of an anxious 25kg dog, verified purchase · 14 January 2026
"Even though I gave my dog the treats for almost a month beforehand, they showed no effect at all. I can't recommend them."
★☆☆☆☆ · Owner of a dog with severe New Year's Eve stress who had tried multiple other remedies, verified purchase · 26 January 2024
"Makes my dog calmer, but also more tired. The drops have a strong smell and the price seems very high to me."
★★★☆☆ · Verified purchase, mixed experience · 1 January 2026
~€36 (estimated, not live Amazon pricing)
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FAQ
Are Chillout Drops liquid drops or a treat?
Despite the name, they're a soft pellet-style treat (Amazon lists the item form as "Pellet"), not a liquid — the brand markets this as an easier-to-give alternative to conventional liquid calming drops.
How much should I give my dog and when should I start?
Per the brand's guide: under 5kg get 2 drops/day, up to 20kg get 8/day, and over 40kg get up to 16/day. Start 4-5 days before a known stressful event (like New Year's Eve) for the best effect.
Can Chillout Drops be given every day long-term?
The brand says continuous feeding is fine, but recommends a several-day break after about 3 weeks so the dog's system doesn't habituate to the ingredients.
Will it make my dog drowsy or sedated?
The brand describes the formula as calming without heavy sedation, though at least one reviewer noted their dog seemed more tired on it — effects can vary by dog.
Why do some reviews say it didn't work at all?
Reviews are mixed: several owners saw no change even after weeks of use, while others only noticed an effect after building up the dose over 1-2 weeks — as with any herbal calming aid, individual response varies and it's not a substitute for a vet's advice on chronic anxiety.
