Thundershirt Anxiety Coat for Dog, M, Grey
The Science behind ThunderShirt
ThunderShirt has been scientifically proven via a study conducted to assess the behavioural signs of dogs. Results showed the effectiveness of ThunderShirt on dogs in reducing anxiety, showing ThunderShirt has a calming effect on dogs in anxiety-provoking situations. More than 85% of dogs were less anxious when wearing ThunderShirt and it helps 3 out of 4 dogs to relieve their anxiety.
Tips & Tricks
No training required however we have some great tips for introducing Thundershirt to your dog!
Tip # 1 – Try ThunderShirt on your dog the first few times when they’re feeling calm & loved.
Tip # 2 – Put ThunderShirt in your laundry basket so it starts to smell familiar.
Tip # 3 – Use ADAPTIL alongside ThunderShirt for ultimate support.
Tip # 4 – Put ThunderShirt in your dog’s bed or crate and give them lots of snuggles.
Tip # 5 – During a calm period, try ThunderShirt on your dog for 1-2 hours, Engage with treats, play and more snuggles!
Tip # 6- Try taking a walk in the ThunderShirt. More treats and positive reinforcement
ThunderShirt is great for..
- Fireworks
- Thunderstorms
- Home Alone
- Car & Air Travel
- General Anxieties
ADAPTIL Transport Spray
ADAPTIL is scientifically proven to help dogs reduce stress and increase relaxation. Reducing panting, trembling, restlessness and other stress-related behaviours, often seen with dogs that are worried. It contains a copy of the naturally occurring and comforting pheromones that a mother provides to her puppies, it helps puppies perceive their environment and new potentially scary experiences or stimuli in a positive and calm way.
ADAPTIL & THUNDERSHIRT
These products work in different ways and complement each other!
How to use the two together…
- Spray ADAPTIL Transport on the Thundershirt (around 8-10 Sprays)
- Once sprayed, leave the jacket for 15 minutes before you introduce it to the dog.
- The spray has a lasting effect for up to 5 hours and is clinically proven to help dogs cope with stress to provide even more comfort.
| Weight: | 240 g |
| Size: | Medium |
| Dimensions: | 1.14 x 19.43 x 26.29 cm; 240 Grams |
| Model: | HGM-T01 |
| Colour: | Grey |
| Pack Quantity: | 1 |
| Batteries Required: | No |
| Batteries Included: | No |
| Colour: | Grey |
| Composition: | 100% Cotton |
| Quantity: | 1 |
| Size: | Medium |
| Volume: | 30 Fluid Ounces |
I have an anxious pup and walks are always a disaster. First walk today with this on and it was like walking a different dog. She still had a couple of wee jumps but that was it. Our first pleasant walk ever absolutely life changing!
We got medium for her she’s a border collie and it’s perfect fi
Used for a couple days to help settle a dementia dog – very snug fit but worked
Used for a couple days to help settle a dementia dog – very snug fit but worked
Bought for my older dog as she’s scared of fireworks. Also tried on my anxious younger dog seems to help
I bought this in the hope that it would calm my King Charles Cavalier. Often on walks he gets anxious when meeting some dogs, especially if there is more than one dog at a time. This item has had an amazing effect on him. I’m really pleased with this item.
I bought an xxs version of this for my pup years ago and it worked really well. He outgrew it and I decided to get a small. It just about fits but is on the bigger side for my 5kg chug. Would have bought an xs but wasn’t available. Still works when needed though.
I’ve got a very nervous dog when travelling, tried all sorts so this was close to a last resort, it made no difference whatsoever. I tried it at home several times to get him used to it but he always seemed a bit subdued wearing it, like he wasn’t entirely comfortable. Didn’t work for me.
The coat was of good quality,well made, but unfortunately did not work with our dogs anxiety etc.
The coat was of good quality,well made, but unfortunately did not work with our dogs anxiety etc.
The coat was of good quality,well made, but unfortunately did not work with our dogs anxiety etc.
Bought for 8kg Jack Russell Terrier (Male) – Fits him perfectly!
I was a bit dubious about buying this but seeing my dog so anxious from the noise of the fireworks I thought it was worth a try.
The shirt is so soft and adjustable that my dog didn’t mind wearing it at all. Once it was on the difference in her was amazing. Without the suit she was pacing round, trying to find somewhere to hide but with it on she happily laid in the room nice and relaxed.
I’ll be putting it on her as it nears midnight on New Years Eve, ready for the fireworks.
The jacket seemed to calm my dog down during fireworks this year. Didn’t work 100% but a lot better than without.
Once you work out how to put it on really good fit. My dog doesn’t like wearing clothing even though she’s a staffy and needs it in the winter but she loves wearing this and it really helped with the fireworks and in the car usually nervous yawning constantly, she fell asleep wearing this shirt! Happy doggie, happy owner!
Once you work out how to put it on really good fit. My dog doesn’t like wearing clothing even though she’s a staffy and needs it in the winter but she loves wearing this and it really helped with the fireworks and in the car usually nervous yawning constantly, she fell asleep wearing this shirt! Happy doggie, happy owner!
Once you work out how to put it on really good fit. My dog doesn’t like wearing clothing even though she’s a staffy and needs it in the winter but she loves wearing this and it really helped with the fireworks and in the car usually nervous yawning constantly, she fell asleep wearing this shirt! Happy doggie, happy owner!
I was very skeptical with this product but it makes my very energetic dog to calm down! Obviously the dog can still hear so during fireworks I had to stay close to him but the coat helped a lot. Using it and in other occasions when my dog is too excited and it works really well!
The thunder shirt is clearly a good quality product at a good price. The size guide meant that the I ordered the correct size shirt for my dog.
As the title suggests, it didn’t really help my dog in any way but it is a good product. It feels harsh to mark this review down because it didn’t help my pup, it clearly works for other dogs and is a quality product. It was worth a try!
Used this for my shihtzu dog who is terrified of fireworks, I don’t think it worked for him because he was still absolutely scared of the noises, I’m not giving up just yet though, I will try again with it. My dog hates travelling in the car so I will be using next time he travels to see if it brings his anxiety dow
Never ever, has our French Bulldog sat with us on the settee, let alone gone to sleep being stroked. We cannot believe what we are seeing. Totally recommend a Thunder Vest. This one, is soft, stretchy and well made and looks comfortable.
Arrived fast well packaged…fit was good and quality very good. Its worked really well calming her from the fireworks. 100% recommended
Bought 2 of these for my jack russells. Both have separation anxiety. As soon as we put them on they immediately relax and are more chilled out. They love them. As soon as we get them out they get excited to have them on. Worth every penny
Bought 2 of these for my jack russells. Both have separation anxiety. As soon as we put them on they immediately relax and are more chilled out. They love them. As soon as we get them out they get excited to have them on. Worth every penny
I’m very surprised but my dog can’t wait to put it on! So much more come and settled he is with this on!
This really works. I can never calm my dog down when she hears fireworks, but this shirt calms her straight away. Perfect.
Size small fits my jack russel perfectly.
This really works. I can never calm my dog down when she hears fireworks, but this shirt calms her straight away. Perfect.
Size small fits my jack russel perfectly.
This really works. I can never calm my dog down when she hears fireworks, but this shirt calms her straight away. Perfect.
Size small fits my jack russel perfectly.
This really works. I can never calm my dog down when she hears fireworks, but this shirt calms her straight away. Perfect.
Size small fits my jack russel perfectly.
This really works. I can never calm my dog down when she hears fireworks, but this shirt calms her straight away. Perfect.
Size small fits my jack russel perfectly.
This really works. I can never calm my dog down when she hears fireworks, but this shirt calms her straight away. Perfect.
Size small fits my jack russel perfectly.
That being said… our 12-year-old Border Terrier/Pug rescue has always suffered with some degree of anxiety–particularly at night and also when we are out of the house (especially when I’m out apparently). We’ve started putting the thundershirt on her when we go out and our lodger said she doesn’t make a peep anymore while we’re away from the home. Last night was bonfire night and she didn’t even bark once.
So… as another reviewer said, I think it either just works or it doesn’t–we’ve seen it both ways!
My dog has been so stressed with halloween door kmockers and firworks all week long i purchased a thunder shirt for our rottweiler she is 37 kg we went with XL
It fits perfectly and she was not even bothered about wearing it, i left it laying around for a day or 2 she sniffed at it and i put it in washing basket as suggested for our scent put it on her for the 1st time today and i am not kidding when i say she is different dog less stressed and currently snoring her head off! I have also been using calming tablets as suggested use along side thunder shirt.
It was an expensive product but money well spent. Update so fireworks have been non stop since 5pm and i can count on 1 hand how many times she has barked what would usually be hours of barking, crying and vomiting. Has been reduced massively to a few barks.
I have a rescue GSD who is terrified of fireworks, we’ve tried everything & I did not think this would work. It does!!!!!!! Before he’d shake from head to foot & be inconsolable, now he’ll look up if he hears a noise but then go back to sleep – I honestly can’t actually believe this works, I only wish I’d bought it years ago. Recommended.
Size wise – XL fits my long haired 40kg GSD perfectly.
I have a rescue GSD who is terrified of fireworks, we’ve tried everything & I did not think this would work. It does!!!!!!! Before he’d shake from head to foot & be inconsolable, now he’ll look up if he hears a noise but then go back to sleep – I honestly can’t actually believe this works, I only wish I’d bought it years ago. Recommended.
Size wise – XL fits my long haired 40kg GSD perfectly.
I have a rescue GSD who is terrified of fireworks, we’ve tried everything & I did not think this would work. It does!!!!!!! Before he’d shake from head to foot & be inconsolable, now he’ll look up if he hears a noise but then go back to sleep – I honestly can’t actually believe this works, I only wish I’d bought it years ago. Recommended.
Size wise – XL fits my long haired 40kg GSD perfectly.
I absolutely love this thunder shirt/ jacket! But more importantly so does my nervous, noise sensitive rescue furbaby. Top quality stretchy material excellent value for money. Within minutes of putting the jacket on my furbaby was laying in her bed falling asleep. She was very happy to wear it too. It’s yet to be put to the test with fireworks and thunder, but so far so good
I absolutely love this thunder shirt/ jacket! But more importantly so does my nervous, noise sensitive rescue furbaby. Top quality stretchy material excellent value for money. Within minutes of putting the jacket on my furbaby was laying in her bed falling asleep. She was very happy to wear it too. It’s yet to be put to the test with fireworks and thunder, but so far so good
I absolutely love this thunder shirt/ jacket! But more importantly so does my nervous, noise sensitive rescue furbaby. Top quality stretchy material excellent value for money. Within minutes of putting the jacket on my furbaby was laying in her bed falling asleep. She was very happy to wear it too. It’s yet to be put to the test with fireworks and thunder, but so far so good
I must admit i wasnt sure if this would actually calm our very nervous pouch but within minutes of putting it on we went for a walk. I could not believe how calm and steady she was and all due to a sweatshirt but it does work and we are all a lot happier now.
Our 10 year old dog started panting and shaking every time we were in (or outside for that matter) pubs & cafes when we were on holiday in Devon. She was calm and relaxed for previous holidays, so we didn’t know what had suddenly caused her to become anxious. We thought maybe it was just a part of growing older and becoming more worried about things.
While looking for something which could help her we saw the thundershirt listing, read the comments from people who had used it and saw that some of their dogs’ problems sounded exactly like what our dog was going through and the thundershirt worked for them, so we decided to try it.
We tried the thundershirt on our dog three times when we went out and every time she was still very anxious and shaking. So the next time we took her out, we didn’t use the thundershirt and we were amazed to see that she was fine. And she was fine every time we went out to a pub or cafe during a two week holiday, each time without the thundershirt.
Did the thundershirt do something to cure her? We have no idea, but she looks to have dramatically improved after wearing it (but, strangely, not while she was wearing it!).
Don’t know if this review helps anyone very much! We don’t know what spooked our dog, or what helped her, but we’re very pleased that she appears to be over it.
This really helps my Castiel when it’s windy and rainy. He gets really stressed when the weather is like that, and it really does calm him down quite quickly. I was really surprised.
I’ve used thundershirts on a couple of dogs – one for anxiety and one for dementia and have found them to be really effective and helpful. Both dogs have been perfectly happy to wear them.
Fluffy suffers from anxiety as she has a phobia of flies, she shakes uncontrollably, panting ,sweating, shaking.
She was very excited when I first put on her thundershirt because she loves clothes, within 15 minutes she was calm and relaxed and is now fast asleep on the floor by my feet after spending the past 3 days hiding upstairs .
Well worth the money.
My 8 months Cockapoo suffers with anxiety and car sickness. She will be drooling like mad (before jumping in the car), crying and being sick if the journey was more than 3 miles. I spent a lot of time reading the reviews of this coat and I decided to have a go at it. We went to the beach (14miles), I put her the coat an hour before the journey and as you can see in the photo…for the first time ever she slept both journeys, she didn’t drool almost nothing and lied down. I am over the moon and so pleased with this amazing product. Great quality and looks really smart.
It was obvious from the start that the coat is well made and the fixing are well thought out. My dog was very happy to have the coat put on and to wear it from the word go. It’s still a bit too early to comment on its effectiveness though.
I bought a thunder shirt for our juvenile Doberman dog who suffered from anxiety when we became his forever home in 2020. He had previously been moved from house to house with his previous owner and he was very anxious when anyone came to the house or left and was only happy if he was with me every minute of the day. I wanted to make him stay downstairs through the night but he really hated it and cried and paced until he fell asleep exhausted. SO… in desperation I bought this Thundershirt, not for one moment believing it would help. I was VERY sceptical indeed. I’m extremely pleased to say it exceeded my expectations and “Theo” loved it from the very first night. He sleeps better and knows when the shirt goes on it’s bed time and “alone time”.
I can’t guarantee this will work for every anxious dog out there but it has certainly worked for us. I would say, give it a go, you never know it might work as well for your dog as it did for mine
Purchased this for our miniature dachshund after the passing of our dog. She had never been left on her own during the day and we found she had very, very bad separation anxiety without her buddy for company while we were at work. A dog behaviourist recommended purchasing a thundershirt. It is amazing how it instantly made her calm and settled when we left the house. I can definitely say it works for her. She now sleeps during the day and is comfortable being left alone when wearing her thundershirt as opposed to her constantly howling and crying when being alone. I am so pleased that it provides her comfort!