- ⏱️ 7 min read
- 🐶 For dogs
- 🐱 For cats
- 🦃 Holiday guests
- 🥩 Beef flavor
Thanksgiving week is close, the guest list is long, and you already know how it goes: the dog spins at the door, or the cat vanishes under the bed until everyone leaves. You have seen UBACALM soft chews and want a straight answer on how many to give, when to give them, and whether they suit your pet at all.
Here is the short version from Petstone: UBAVET UBACALM Calming Soft Chews are beef-flavored chews for dogs and cats, made to help support calm, relaxed behavior. You give them by weight, 30 to 60 minutes before a known event, and they work best as one part of a plan that also includes a quiet room and a calm routine.
Quick answer
- UBACALM is a 2 g beef-flavored soft chew for dogs and cats, sold in packs of 48 or 90.
- Give 1 to 6 chews a day by weight: 1 chew under 11 lb, up to 6 chews over 81 lb.
- For guests, a car ride or fireworks, give the chews 30 to 60 minutes before the event.
- Skip it for pets sensitive to beef or any listed ingredient, and see your vet first for sudden, severe or worsening behavior changes.
What is in a UBACALM chew?
According to UBAVET, each 2 g chew contains a blend of herbs, amino acids and colostrum. These are the amounts per chew:
| Ingredient | Per 2 g chew |
|---|---|
| Chamomile | 75 mg |
| Valerian root | 65 mg |
| Passionflower | 50 mg |
| Ginger root | 35 mg |
| Thiamine (vitamin B1) | 30 mg |
| Colostrum | 22 mg |
| L-tryptophan | 20 mg |
| L-theanine | 15 mg |
The chew base includes beef concentrate, cane molasses, glycerin, lecithin, potato flour, purified water, safflower, tapioca dextrin, and vitamins C and E. Each chew has 8 kcal. UBAVET says the chews support relaxation without causing drowsiness or impaired motor skills.
The American Kennel Club lists chamomile, valerian root, passionflower, L-tryptophan, L-theanine and thiamine among the common ingredients in calming chews. The AKC also notes there is no standardized formula, so it pays to read the label of any chew you buy.
How many UBACALM chews by weight?
UBAVET uses one weight chart for dogs and cats. Find your pet's weight, then give that number of chews per day.
| Pet weight | Chews per day | Calories from chews |
|---|---|---|
| Under 11 lb (5 kg) | 1 | 8 kcal |
| 11.1 to 20 lb (5.1 to 9 kg) | 2 | 16 kcal |
| 20.1 to 35 lb (9.1 to 16 kg) | 3 | 24 kcal |
| 35.1 to 57 lb (16.1 to 26 kg) | 4 | 32 kcal |
| 57.1 to 81 lb (26.1 to 37 kg) | 5 | 40 kcal |
| Over 81 lb (37 kg) | 6 | 48 kcal |
A cat under 11 lb gets 1 chew a day, and a larger cat follows the next row. The calorie column is simple math from the 8 kcal per chew on the label. It helps if your pet is on a weight plan: count the chews as part of the day's treats.
For medium and large dogs, the product directions say you can squeeze the chews into a ball before feeding. That makes several chews easier to give in one go.
When to give UBACALM before guests arrive
The product directions say to give the chews as a treat or mixed with food, 30 to 60 minutes before a known event. For everyday support, give them daily or as your veterinarian directs. For a holiday gathering, a simple timeline looks like this:
- A quiet day this week: try a chew at home with no guests, so you know your pet will eat it and how they act afterward.
- Before guests arrive: set up a quiet room with water, a bed and, for cats, a litter box.
- 30 to 60 minutes before the doorbell: give the chews for your pet's weight, as a treat or in a little food.
- As guests come in: keep your dog on a leash or behind a gate, and let your cat stay in their room if they choose.
- After the visit: note how your pet did, so you can adjust timing or ask your vet for other options.
Our guide Do Calming Chews Work? What to Expect Before Holiday Guests explains what a chew can and cannot do on a busy day.
Who UBACALM suits, and who should skip it
✅ A good fit for
- Dogs and cats that get unsettled by car rides, loud noises, time alone or changes in routine
- Pets facing a known event, such as holiday guests, when you can plan 30 to 60 minutes ahead
- Pets that happily eat a soft, beef-flavored chew
- Households with both a dog and a cat, since one chart covers both
⚠️ Not a good fit for
- Pets sensitive to beef or any listed ingredient, including colostrum
- Sudden or severe behavior changes your vet has not checked
- Use in place of training or veterinary care
- Pets on other medicines, until your vet has said it is fine
🎯 Best for: pets with mild, predictable unease around events you can see coming.
Which pack size: 48 or 90 chews?
UBACALM soft chews at Petstone come in two pack sizes. Pick by how many chews your pet needs per day and how often you plan to use them. A cat at 1 chew a day goes through a 48-count pack slowly. A dog over 81 lb at 6 chews a day uses a 90-count pack much faster. If you only need chews for a few events a year, the smaller pack is usually enough.
- 48 chews
- 90 chews
How UBACALM compares with other Petstone calming options
UBACALM soft chews
A chew given 30 to 60 minutes before an event. For dogs and cats facing known events.
Pet Gourmet Calming Support Soft Chews
A soft chew with chamomile, passion flower and valerian root. For dogs only.
Dog Calming Diffuser Kit
A plug-in pheromone diffuser that stays on in one room. For ongoing support at home.
Cozy Indoor Cat Cave Bed
A covered hideaway with no ingredients. For cats that like to hide.
See the Pet Gourmet Calming Support Soft Chews, the Petstone Dog Calming Diffuser Kit and the Cozy Indoor Cat Cave Bed for details.
Questions to ask your vet first
The AKC advises talking to your veterinarian before introducing calming chews. Ask your vet first if your pet:
- Takes any other medicine or supplement
- Has a health condition
- Has anxiety that is persistent, severe or getting worse, or shows aggression
- Stops eating, hides for long periods or seems unwell
Some pets need a prescription plan, and your vet can help you choose.
Shop this guide at Petstone
Calming picks for dogs and cats facing a busy holiday house.
UBAVETUBACALM Calming Soft ChewsBeef-flavored chews for dogs and cats, dosed by weight.View product
The Pet GourmetCalming Support Soft ChewsA second soft-chew option for dogs.View product
PetstoneDog Calming Diffuser KitA plug-in option for the room where your dog rests.View product
PetstoneCozy Indoor Cat Cave BedA covered hideaway for cats who need a break from guests.View product
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FAQ
Can cats have UBACALM chews?
Yes. UBACALM is made for dogs and cats, and the same weight chart applies, so a cat under 11 lb gets 1 chew a day. Check with your vet first if your cat takes other medicine.
How long before guests should I give UBACALM?
Give the chews 30 to 60 minutes before the event, as a treat or mixed with food. Try the timing on a quiet day first so you know what to expect.
Will UBACALM make my dog sleepy?
UBAVET says the chews support relaxation without causing drowsiness or impaired motor skills. Every pet responds differently, so watch how your pet acts after a first trial.
Can my pet have UBACALM every day?
The directions allow daily use for everyday support, or use as your veterinarian directs. Stay within the weight chart and ask your vet before going above it.
Sources
- UBAVET: UBACALM Soft Chews product page (ingredients per chew, calories, guaranteed analysis, no drowsiness statement)
- AKC: Dog Calming Treats: Uses and Alternatives (common ingredients, no standardized formula, talk to your vet first)
Prepared by the Petstone team from product information, brand specifications and common owner questions, drafted with AI assistance and reviewed by a person before publishing.