Keep your dog calm & relaxed, without any drowsiness
Our Calming Duo combines daily Scullcap & Valerian Tablets with fast-acting Valerian Compound, giving you everyday calming support alongside an extra top-up when your dog or cat needs it most.
Ideal for fireworks season, loud or unexpected noises, general anxiety, changes in routine and other stressful situations. Both products are formulated to help naturally keep pets calm and focussed, while helping them cope better with stress or fear, without causing drowsiness.
If your dog struggled last year, has experienced stress recently or is sensitive to loud or unfamiliar noises, we recommend planning ahead at least a month before the bangs begin – even if they haven’t shown obvious signs of worry yet. After all, it’s much easier to help keep your dog calm than to try to settle them once they’re already distressed.
How do they help?
The Calming Duo provides two types of natural support:
Scullcap & Valerian Tablets are expertly formulated for everyday use and contain a blend of scullcap, valerian, vervain and mistletoe. Scullcap, mistletoe and valerian are well known for their calming properties and support the natural relaxant pathways within the nervous system, while vervain is commonly used to help maintain calm. Given consistently, the tablets provide ongoing calming support, making them ideal in the run-up to fireworks and other stressful events.
Valerian Compound combines valerian with vervain and mistletoe in a fast-acting liquid formula. Great for unexpected loud bangs, travel or visits to the vet. It works quickly within around 30 minutes, it can be used on its own or as an additional top-up to the tablets when needed.
Together, they provide daily and fast-acting support, helping your pet stay calm, focussed and better able to cope with stress or fear.
When do I need to start giving the products?
For best results, we advise starting Scullcap & Valerian Tablets at least three weeks before fireworks and giving them every day.
Starting early gives you time to introduce calming support alongside simple preparation, such as creating a safe space, using background noise and helping your dog become comfortable with their fireworks routine.
If you haven't started three weeks beforehand, don't worry – your dog can still benefit from the tablets when started closer to the event.
Valerian Compound can then be given as and when needed, including alongside the tablets for an additional calming top-up during particularly stressful periods.
Why should I use Dorwest calming products?
We’ve been caring for pets naturally for over 75 years, combining decades of herbal expertise with a constant focus on quality to create carefully formulated products trusted by pet owners and veterinary professionals.
Our Scullcap & Valerian Tablets have been a calming favourite for over 60 years, helping generations of pets through fireworks, travel, changes in routine and other stressful situations. They support calm and relaxation without causing drowsiness, so your pet can remain themselves while feeling more settled.
We’re also incredibly proud of the positive feedback we continue to receive from customers who have seen the difference our bestselling calming tablets have made to their pets. Read our reviews below to learn more!
What sizes are available?
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Small Duo - 100 x Scullcap & Valerian Tablets + 30ml Valerian Compound
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Medium Duo - 200 x Scullcap & Valerian Tablets + 30ml Valerian Compound
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Large Duo - 500 x Scullcap & Valerian Tablets + 30ml Valerian Compound
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XLarge Duo - 1000 x Scullcap & Valerian Tablets + 30ml Valerian Compound
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XXLarge Duo - 1000 x Scullcap & Valerian Tablets + 100ml Valerian Compound
How much do I give my dog/cat?
Scullcap & Valerian Tablets:
- 1 tablet per 5kgs bodyweight daily. Increase to double the quantity as and when required.
- Recommended to be used daily for at least 3 weeks.
- Give half the quantity in the morning and half in the evening.
Valerian Compound:
- Small dogs & cats 1.25ml, medium dogs 2.5ml, large dogs 5ml, giant breeds 7.5ml.
- Give as and when required. It is not recommended to give more than two administrations of the stated amount within a 24-hour period.
Great-value calming support that lasts
Each Calming Duo is designed to help your dog be prepared throughout fireworks season.
For a medium sized dog (15kg) taking 3 tablets a day, your daily support works out at:
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Small Duo – around 33 days of support
77p a day 58p a day with 25% off
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Medium Duo – around 66 days of support
54p a day 40p a day with 25% off
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Large Duo – around 166 days of support
35p a day 26p a day with 25% off
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XLarge Duo – around 333 days of support
28p a day 21p a day with 25% off
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XXLarge Duo – around 333 days of support
33p a day 24p a day with 25% off
The larger the pack, the better the daily value — giving you trusted, natural calming support for less.