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title: How Pheromone Collars Can Help With Changes in the Household
description: Changes in the household can make our canine companions feel unsettled. Luckily, calming dog collars use pheromones to reduce signs of stress. Find out how.
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# How Pheromone Collars Can Help With Changes in the Household

Life is full of changes, from visitors and renovations to new pets or shifting routines. While these moments may be exciting for us, they can be unsettling for our dogs. Fortunately, there’s a gentle way to help dogs feel safe and secure through life’s transitions. A calming dog collar is a great solution to help your pup cope with changes at home.

## What Are Dog Pheromone Collars?

Pheromone collars provide natural calming for dogs by releasing messages called appeasing pheromones. These are the same comforting signals mother dogs naturally produce to soothe their puppies. This pheromone message is detected by a special organ between a dog’s mouth and nose, triggering a calming response in their brain.

Calming dog collars that use pheromones are effective because they mimic a natural form of communication that dogs use throughout their life. Although nature uses these messages for mother dogs and her puppies, dogs of all ages respond to them. This means that the dog appeasing pheromone in the [ADAPTIL Calm Collar](https://www.adaptil.com/ca_en/Products/ADAPTIL-Calm-On-the-go-Collar) provides a safe and effective solution for helping dogs to cope with household changes.

![Dog and their human looking into the camera while sitting at a table with friends. The dog is wearing an ADAPTIL Calm Collar.](https://blog.adaptil.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CA%20Blogs/Picture1-2.jpg?width=602&height=340&name=Picture1-2.jpg)

## When to Use a Calming Dog Collar?

Knowing when to use a pheromone collar can help ease [signs of stress for dogs](https://blog.adaptil.com/ca_en/is-your-dog-stressed-signs-of-stress-in-dogs-to-watch-for). Our furry friends are creatures of habit, so even small changes that disrupt their routine can result in them feeling stressed or anxious. Consider using a dog pheromone collar when there are situations such as:

- [Visitors and house parties](https://blog.adaptil.com/ca_en/how-to-keep-your-dog-calm-when-visitors-arrive/)—New faces, loud voices, and unfamiliar scents can overwhelm dogs and cause stress. Having a calming solution can help them feel more at ease.
- Renovations and redecorating—[Changes to the home](https://blog.adaptil.com/ca_en/how-to-help-your-dog-stay-calm-around-changes-in-the-home), such as not being able to access rooms, seeing different tradespeople and rearranged furniture, can disrupt your dog’s sense of safety.
- New pets or family members—Introducing a new dog, cat, or baby to the family can be a big adjustment for your dog, as it can result in changes to routine, spaces they can access and interaction time with you.
- Changes in routine—New work schedules, travel plans, or changes in feeding and walking times make your dog’s routine more unpredictable, which can cause anxiousness.
- [Moving house](https://blog.adaptil.com/ca_en/new-home-how-to-ease-dog-stress-when-moving)—A new home comes with a whole host of unfamiliar things. The disruptions that come before and after moving, as well as a reduced amount of quality time with you can make your dog feel anxious and stressed.

## Why Choose the ADAPTIL Calm Collar?

The [ADAPTIL Calm Collar](https://www.adaptil.com/ca_en/Products/ADAPTIL-Calm-On-the-go-Collar) is one of the most effective solutions for calming dogs. It is the original pioneering product and the market leader in pheromone products for dogs. The [ADAPTIL Calm Collar](https://www.adaptil.com/ca_en/Products/ADAPTIL-Calm-On-the-go-Collar) has a wide range of benefits:

- It is backed by scientific studies and widely recommended by veterinarians and behaviourists.
- With over 20+ years of expertise, our dog pheromone solutions have helped millions of dogs worldwide benefit from **ADAPTIL**’s calming support.
- The [**ADAPTIL Calm** Collar](https://www.adaptil.com/ca_en/Products/ADAPTIL-Calm-On-the-go-Collar) uses non-toxic, species-specific pheromones that emit no smell to humans and other animals. This makes them a safe and drug-free option for pet parents to support their dog, helping them feel reassured and more comfortable with household changes.
- The collar is easy to use and is activated by your dog’s body heat to provide continuous support for up to 30 days.

If you want to explore dog calming solutions our [ADAPTIL Calm collars](https://www.adaptil.com/ca_en/Products/ADAPTIL-Calm-On-the-go-Collar) are part of a wider range! The same pheromone complex is available in our [ADAPTIL Calm diffuser](https://www.adaptil.com/ca_en/Products/ADAPTIL-Calm-Home-Diffuser) or [ADAPTIL Transport spray](https://www.adaptil.com/ca_en/Products/ADAPTIL-Transport-Spray).

![Dog wearing an ADAPTIL Calm Collar, being petted by their human. ](https://blog.adaptil.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Picture2.jpg?width=602&height=339&name=Picture2.jpg)

## How to Use an ADAPTIL Calm Collar

Make sure the collar is in close contact with your dog’s skin to activate the pheromone release. It should fit snugly to your dog’s skin, with enough room for two fingers to fit under the collar. When [fitting the collar](https://blog.adaptil.com/ca_en/how-to-fit-an-adaptil-calming-dog-collar), ensure it is not covered by your dog’s regular collar or lead. For the best results, the collar should be worn continuously and replaced every 30 days.

If you know a change is coming, begin using the [ADAPTIL Calm Collar](https://www.adaptil.com/ca_en/Products/ADAPTIL-Calm-On-the-go-Collar) a few days in advance. Dogs are like us, and they will [cope better with change](https://blog.adaptil.com/ca_en/how-to-help-your-dog-adapt-to-a-change-in-routine-/) if they are relaxed beforehand. Waiting until your dog is already feeling stressed can make it harder for them to feel calm. You can also pair using the collar with treats, praise and calm routines to reinforce desired actions and behaviours.

## The Benefits of Using a Calming Dog Collar

Pheromone collars, such as the [ADAPTIL Calm Collar](https://www.adaptil.com/ca_en/Products/ADAPTIL-Calm-On-the-go-Collar), not only help dogs adjust to changes in the household, but they can ease signs of stress, including:

- Less barking and whining
- Reduced pacing or hiding
- Less lip licking and yawning in stressful situations
- Quicker return to normal after experiencing something stressful
- Improved sleep and relaxation
- Better [socialization with guests](https://blog.adaptil.com/ca_en/helping-your-dog-with-visitors-happy-dog-expert-explains/) or new pets 

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