🐶 Calming Treats for Dogs See Surge in Demand Across Malaysia as Pet Anxiety Awareness Rises
More dog owners in Malaysia are recognizing that anxiety and stress are common issues affecting their pets’ behavior and overall health.
越来越多马来西亚狗主人意识到，焦虑与压力已成为影响宠物行为与健康的常见问题。
From thunderstorms and fireworks to separation anxiety and vet visits, everyday situations can trigger fear in dogs — leading to shaking, barking, pacing, or loss of appetite.
从雷雨烟花到分离焦虑与看兽医，日常生活中的小状况都可能引发狗狗害怕、发抖、吠叫、来回走动或食欲不振。
As a result, calming treats for dogs are quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing pet supplement categories in the country.
因此，狗狗舒缓零食正迅速成为本地增长最快的宠物保健品类别之一。
Unlike sedatives that may cause heavy drowsiness, modern calming treats use natural ingredients to relax dogs gently while keeping them alert and responsive.
不同于可能导致嗜睡的镇静药物，新一代舒缓零食采用天然成分温和放松情绪，同时保持清醒与活力。
This makes them suitable for daily use or before stressful events without disrupting normal routines.
因此可在日常或紧张场合前使用，不影响狗狗的正常作息。
Pet owners prefer treats because they are convenient, tasty, and easy to feed — just like a reward snack.
宠物主人更偏爱零食形式，因为方便、美味、易喂食，就像日常奖励小吃一样简单。
There’s no need for syringes, tablets, or forced feeding, reducing stress for both dogs and owners.
无需喂药器或强迫喂食，主人和狗狗都更轻松。
Many products begin working within 20–30 minutes, making them ideal before travel, grooming, or vet appointments.
许多产品约 20–30 分钟见效，非常适合出行、美容或看诊前使用。
Most calming dog treats today contain herbal and nutritional ingredients known to support emotional balance:
现代舒缓零食通常含有多种有助情绪稳定的天然草本与营养成分：
Chamomile – relaxes the nervous system
洋甘菊 —— 放松神经
Lemon Balm – eases restlessness
柠檬香蜂草 —— 缓解不安
Valerian Root & Passionflower – promote calm behavior
缬草根＋西番莲 —— 帮助安定情绪
L-Tryptophan or natural amino acids – support serotonin balance
色氨酸或天然氨基酸 —— 帮助稳定快乐荷尔蒙
Ginger – reduces nausea during car rides
生姜 —— 减少晕车不适
These ingredients help dogs feel calmer naturally without sedation.
这些成分能在不镇静的情况下，自然帮助狗狗放松。
As the pet supplement market expands, Malaysian consumers are paying closer attention to manufacturing standards.
随着宠物保健品市场扩大，马来西亚消费者更重视产品的生产标准。
Experts recommend choosing calming treats that are:
专家建议选择具备以下条件的舒缓零食：
✅ Produced in ISO/GMP/HACCP certified facilities
✅ ISO/GMP/HACCP 认证工厂生产
✅ Free from artificial colors or preservatives
✅ 无人工色素与防腐剂
✅ Clearly labeled with active ingredients
✅ 成分标示清晰透明
✅ Third-party tested for safety
✅ 通过第三方检测
Industry observers note that calming treats are no longer used only occasionally, but are becoming part of daily wellness routines alongside multivitamins, probiotics, and joint supplements.
业内人士指出，舒缓零食不再只是偶尔使用，而是逐渐与维生素、益生菌及关节保健品一样，成为日常保养的一部分。
With pets increasingly treated as family members, emotional health is now considered just as important as physical health.
随着宠物被视为家人，情绪健康已与身体健康同样重要。
The demand for convenient, natural, and functional calming solutions is expected to continue growing across both retail stores and online platforms such as Shopee and Lazada.
方便、天然且具功能性的舒缓产品预计将在 Shopee 与 Lazada 等线上平台持续增长。
Calming treats are set to become a must-have item for modern dog households seeking safer stress relief options.
舒缓零食有望成为现代养狗家庭不可或缺的安心选择。
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