If you haven’t met me personally, let me tell ya, I do not like to recommend anything that I don’t know 100% works.
Also, as a Canine Behaviorist who works with all types of anxiety day in and day out, I was a bit skeptical of the thundershirt at first. The company had some proving to do to me before I would recommend their product to my clients.
Here’s what I found out: For many dogs with anxiety it helps tremendously. Plus, it’s definitely worth a try before you put your dog on any sort of medication.
I also like the Thundershirt company because it’s reasonably priced. Most items like this have jacked up their prices because once they have built a clientele, they know their product will be purchased. Thundershirt has impressed me because they haven’t done this; even knowing their product is top-notch.
why is it called a thundershirt for dogs?
Think about this for a minute and it will hit you. We often think about things in such a complicated way that we don’t see the simplicity.
It’s called a Thundershirt for dogs because it was originally designed for dogs who were afraid of thunderstorms. It wasn’t until after the development researchers realized it could be used for a number of other reasons including:
- Thunder
- Fireworks
- Separation anxiety
- Travel
- Vet visits
- Problem barking
- Reactivity
the thundershirt for dogs: how & statistics
The design of the Thundershirt applies gentle, constant pressure, similar to swaddling an infant. They feel as if they were being held.
When you’re scared or stressed, does your significant other, a friend, or a family member, hugging you help you to calm down? It’s a similar concept here.
The ThunderShirt produces a dramatic calming effect for over 80% of dogs.
The facts
The fact is that I can’t tell you 100% the Thundershirt will work for your dog with anxiety. But, I can say it has worked on many of my clients who were considering medication for their dogs. And, since it’s not expensive, it’s worth a shot.
Similar to us, every dog has her own preferences, likes, and dislikes. Something that helps one person or one dog may not help another. It’s all trial and error when it comes down to anxiety sometimes.
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If you do end up purchasing a Thundershirt, or already have one but haven’t shared your testimonial, I would love you to click ‘Contact’ on this site to send it or post in the comments below.
Talk soon!
Amber