Calm & Resilience

L-Theanine

Calm Focus Without Drowsiness

L-Theanine is an amino acid found primarily in tea leaves (Camellia sinensis). It's responsible for the calming effect of tea despite its caffeine content. L-Theanine promotes a unique state of 'calm focus'—relaxation without drowsiness—by increasing alpha brain waves and supporting GABA activity. It's ideal for anxious dogs who need to stay alert.

Promotes alpha brain waves—the 'relaxed alertness' state

Calms without causing drowsiness or sedation

Effects felt within 30-60 minutes

Found naturally in tea leaves (Camellia sinensis)

Per Chew

25 mg

Key Benefits

Discover how L-Theanine supports your dog's health and longevity

Calm Focus

Promotes relaxation while maintaining alertness, creating an ideal state for learning, training, and daily activities.

Anxiety Reduction

Reduces anxiety and nervousness without sedation, helping dogs cope with stressful situations.

Alpha Wave Promotion

Increases alpha brain wave activity associated with relaxed alertness and meditative states.

Neurotransmitter Balance

Supports GABA, dopamine, and serotonin activity for balanced mood and calm behavior.

Watch & Learn

See How L-Theanine Works

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Scientific animation showing the mechanism of action of L-Theanine

How It Works

L-Theanine crosses the blood-brain barrier and increases alpha brain wave activity—the brain waves associated with relaxed alertness. It enhances GABA (the primary calming neurotransmitter), modulates glutamate (reducing over-excitation), and influences dopamine and serotonin. Unlike sedatives, L-Theanine doesn't cause drowsiness; it promotes a state of calm focus ideal for learning and performance.

Works Best With:

Ashwagandha (comprehensive stress support)

Magnesium (nervous system calm)

Phosphatidylserine (cortisol modulation)

Dosage Information

Per Chew25 mg

Small Dogs (<25 lbs)25 mg (1 chew)

Medium Dogs (25-50 lbs)50 mg (2 chews)

Large Dogs (>50 lbs)75 mg (3 chews)

Timing: Can be given 30-60 minutes before stressful events, or daily for baseline calm

Effects typically felt within 30-60 minutes. Safe for both situational and daily use.

Safety Profile

L-Theanine has an excellent safety profile with no known serious side effects. It's naturally present in tea, which has been consumed safely for thousands of years. It doesn't cause sedation, tolerance, or dependence. Safe for long-term daily use.