Changing Dog Behavior
When and Where Should You Use Pheromones
With the holiday season upon us, many pet parents find themselves asking the same question: When and where should I be using pheromones to help support my dog’s behavior? The excitement, houseguests, busy family gatherings and noisy celebrations, this time of year can bring a lot of changes—and while we may thrive on the hustle and bustle, our dogs often feel the stress.
Pheromones are a simple, science-backed way to help dogs feel safe, calm, and confident during moments that disrupt their routine. By mimicking the natural calming signals dogs already understand, pheromones can help take the edge off everyday stressors and big seasonal events alike. Below are some of the most common times and places pheromones can make a meaningful difference in your dog’s comfort and behavior.
· Loud Noises: Thunderstorms, fireworks, and other loud sounds can be distressing for many dogs.
· Separation: Being left alone for extended periods, especially if the dog has separation anxiety, can lead to stress and anxiety.
· New Environments: Visiting a new home or traveling to unfamiliar places can cause stress due to the change in surroundings.
· New People or Animals: Introductions to new people or animals, particularly if the dog is not well-socialized, can be stressful.
· Changes in Routine: Dogs are creatures of habit, and sudden changes in their daily routines can lead to stress.
· Being Restrained: Dogs might feel stressed if they are restrained or put in situations where they can't move freely.
· Confinement: Being confined in small spaces, crates, or cages for long periods can be distressing for some dogs.
· Dominance or Aggression from Other Dogs: Interactions with more dominant or aggressive dogs can create stress, especially for less confident dogs.
· Lack of Socialization: Dogs that have not been properly socialized as puppies may feel stressed in new social situations.
· Fearful Situations: Encounters with unfamiliar objects, situations, or people that trigger fear can lead to stress.
· Overstimulation: Overwhelming sensory input from crowded rooms, lots of activity, or unfamiliar stimuli can be stressful.
· First-time encounters with strangers including parties, etc.
· Environmental changes: moving furniture, increased decorations or adding a Christmas tree.
· Boarding or daycare
· Traveling in a car
Harmony Pet calming products are designed to fit seamlessly into your dog’s life, no matter what the season brings. Powered by P.E.T. Pheromone technology, Harmony Pet helps create a sense of calm and familiarity during moments that might otherwise feel overwhelming—whether it’s a house full of guests, loud celebrations, or changes to your daily routine. With easy-to-use options like diffusers, collars, and sprays, Harmony Pet makes it simple to support your dog’s emotional well-being before stress ever has a chance to take hold.
What makes Harmony Pet especially effective is its flexibility. Diffusers provide continuous, home-wide comfort during busy holiday weeks, collars offer on-the-go calming support for dogs who need constant reassurance, and sprays deliver targeted relief exactly where it’s needed most—on bedding, in crates, or during travel. Best of all, Harmony Pet products work without heat or electricity, offering a safer, more convenient way to maintain a peaceful environment throughout the season.
As the holidays approach, a little preparation can go a long way in helping your dog feel secure, relaxed, and happy. By incorporating Harmony Pet calming products into your home and routine, you’re giving your dog the support they need to confidently navigate every celebration, visitor, and unexpected moment. Because when your dog feels calm, the entire season feels more harmonious.
This article was originally written and researched by Larry Novel and has been adapted for online use.
About the Author
Larry Novel is the Co-Founder of Animal BioTech and a recognized leader in animal health innovation. He has more than 30 years of experience developing household and animal health products and has helped successfully launch over 50 products worldwide. Larry has worked in the pet pheromone field for nearly 15 years and holds five patents related to the use of pheromones in small animals. He remains actively involved in the research, development, and commercialization of pheromone-based solutions designed to support calm, healthy pets.