By Kyriakos Chrysidis, Founder of Chrysidis Pet Care

Author of The Calm Dog Care System™

🌿 Calm Starts at Home

Anxiety in dogs can show up in so many ways — restlessness, pacing, panting, barking, or hiding.

For many owners, it’s heartbreaking to watch. But here’s the good news: the calm your dog needs can start right at home, with just a few mindful changes.

At Chrysidis Pet Care, I’ve spent years helping anxious and rescue dogs feel safe again through calm, crate-free, routine-based care. What I’ve learned is simple but powerful:

When your dog’s environment and your energy are calm, their anxiety naturally fades.

In this guide, you’ll learn key principles from my eBook, The Calm Dog Care System™, that you can start applying today.

🏡 1. Create a Predictable Routine

Dogs find comfort in knowing what comes next.

Routine builds trust and reduces uncertainty — the number one trigger for anxiety.

Try to keep feeding, walking, and rest times consistent every day.

A good rhythm might look like this:

Morning walk → breakfast → calm rest time Midday play or enrichment → short nap Evening walk → quiet family time → bedtime

It’s not about strict scheduling — it’s about predictable flow.

💛 2. Use Calm Communication

Your dog reads your tone and body language constantly.

Avoid shouting, rushing, or sudden energy spikes. Instead, use soft, slow speech and gentle gestures.

Your calmness becomes their reassurance.

When I care for anxious or rescue dogs, I focus on low energy, grounded presence — and they respond within hours.

🌸 3. Simplify Their Environment

Clutter, loud noises, or constantly changing scents can overstimulate dogs.

Choose a peaceful space with:

A soft bed in a quiet corner Natural light Calm background sounds (soft radio or nature sounds) Familiar scents from home

This creates a sense of territorial safety — vital for anxious or newly adopted dogs.

🐾 4. Gentle Socialisation

Many anxious dogs aren’t ready for busy parks or groups.

Start small — invite calm dogs or people for quiet walks or garden visits.

At Chrysidis Pet Care, my black Labrador, Holy, helps new guests adjust gently through relaxed, one-on-one play.

🌙 5. Embrace Calm Energy as a Lifestyle

Dogs don’t just follow commands — they mirror emotions.

When your home feels peaceful and structured, your dog absorbs that energy naturally.

That’s the foundation of The Calm Dog Care System™ — a step-by-step approach to building trust, emotional balance, and confidence in every dog.

📘 Learn the Full System

If you’d like a complete roadmap for helping your dog feel calm, balanced, and secure, discover my full guide:

👉 The Calm Dog Care System™ — available now at Gumroad

Inside, you’ll find:

My 7-step Calm Care Framework Printable daily structure checklist Real examples from Chrysidis Pet Care Methods proven with anxious and rescue dogs

Bring calm back to your dog’s world — starting today.

🐶 About the Author

I’m Kyriakos Chrysidis, founder of Chrysidis Pet Care in Gateshead.

With over 30 years of animal experience, I provide crate-free, home-based boarding and day care tailored for anxious and rescue dogs.

Through The Calm Dog Care System™, I share the same approach that helps every guest at Chrysidis Pet Care find peace, confidence, and trust.