"Scullcap & Valerian has been a game-changer for Nara" - Owner, Amy
Nara was found seeking affection at a train station in Ukraine before being rescued and brought to the UK. Now happily settled with her owner, Amy, and with the help of Dorwest gone from a nervous stray to a smiley, loving part of the family - a beautiful reminder of the resilience of rescue dogs!
When Nara arrived in the UK, everyday sights and sounds felt overwhelming. We caught up with Amy to hear how with time, love, and Dorwest's support, Nara has blossomed - gaining confidence and settling her sensitive tummy after a poor start in life.
What made you want to rescue a dog? Why did you choose Nara?
“We chose to rescue because we wanted to give a chance to a dog who might otherwise be overlooked. While searching for rescues, we came across a little Ukrainian dog with an underbite, and from the moment that we saw her photo and read her story, we knew our hearts were set and that she was destined to be part of our family!”
Did she have any issues adjusting to the UK from Ukraine?
“Everyday things we take for granted were all new to Nara. While she settled at home quickly, she was nervous around unfamiliar sights and sounds, even stairs and the TV were a worry at first. It took time, patience, and lots of encouragement to help her feel safe with things like car rides or passing buses. It was a learning curve for us all, but with consistent training and calming supplements from Dorwest, we’ve watched her confidence grow! It’s been one of the most rewarding parts of our journey together.”
Which Dorwest products have been a real game changer for Nara? And why?
“Nara is extremely noise-phobic, reacting to loud bangs — making firework season and farming time with bird scarers truly traumatic for her. While it’s hard not knowing the root cause, Scullcap & Valerian Tablets and Valerian Compound have been a game-changer. We use the tablets daily for ongoing calm and the Valerian Compound for trigger moments like Bonfire Night. While we may never be able to remove her fears, helped keep Nara calmer in these stressful moments.”
What products would you recommend for other dog owners?
“Tree Barks Powder is a must-have for us and nicknamed ‘poo glue’ in our household! Nara has a sensitive tum from a poor start in life, and used to suffer regular colitis flare-ups. Now, we use it daily to support her digestion, increasing the dose at the first sign of upset. Combined with Dorwest’s Probiotic Plus, it’s helped us stop flare-ups in their tracks. I recommend both for any dog owner!”
Thank you for reading our story! For more adorable updates, find us on Instagram @naratherescue
Amy & Nara 🐾
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