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 |
My 13 yr old Jack Russell hates fireworks or any kind of loud bangs and has done for years, her anxiety is getting worse with age though, after trying all sorts of other therapies for years I bit the bullet this year and bought the Thunder Shirt. My husband laughed off the thought that it would work but OMG we were both AMAZED at the results!! She sat and listened to the bangs and then went to sleep! have not had any panting, shaking, crawling all over us. Would definitely recommend this product to anyone, she will now wear it as much as possible, hopefully it will help with the bin man fear too!
My 13 yr old Jack Russell hates fireworks or any kind of loud bangs and has done for years, her anxiety is getting worse with age though, after trying all sorts of other therapies for years I bit the bullet this year and bought the Thunder Shirt. My husband laughed off the thought that it would work but OMG we were both AMAZED at the results!! She sat and listened to the bangs and then went to sleep! have not had any panting, shaking, crawling all over us. Would definitely recommend this product to anyone, she will now wear it as much as possible, hopefully it will help with the bin man fear too!
My 13 yr old Jack Russell hates fireworks or any kind of loud bangs and has done for years, her anxiety is getting worse with age though, after trying all sorts of other therapies for years I bit the bullet this year and bought the Thunder Shirt. My husband laughed off the thought that it would work but OMG we were both AMAZED at the results!! She sat and listened to the bangs and then went to sleep! have not had any panting, shaking, crawling all over us. Would definitely recommend this product to anyone, she will now wear it as much as possible, hopefully it will help with the bin man fear too!
Bought this jacket after reading the reviews was a little unsure. My little dog Chattie really hates fireworks, panting, shaking, not knowing what’s going on, she normally has diazepam from the vets. If you look at the photo she’s just chilled on the sofa. No diazepam. I don’t know how it works but it does well it does for my dog. Thankyou who ever invented i
I have used anxiety coats before but this is way more durable and seems comfier for my dog. Within 2 minutes of wearing it , he lays down on his bed. Perfect if he is restless in the night as it chills him out so he sleeps right through, meaning we sleep better too. Recently had building works happen near the home and this helped us no end with a nervous dog. Highly recommend
I have used anxiety coats before but this is way more durable and seems comfier for my dog. Within 2 minutes of wearing it , he lays down on his bed. Perfect if he is restless in the night as it chills him out so he sleeps right through, meaning we sleep better too. Recently had building works happen near the home and this helped us no end with a nervous dog. Highly recommend
I have used anxiety coats before but this is way more durable and seems comfier for my dog. Within 2 minutes of wearing it , he lays down on his bed. Perfect if he is restless in the night as it chills him out so he sleeps right through, meaning we sleep better too. Recently had building works happen near the home and this helped us no end with a nervous dog. Highly recommend
I felt bad for her living in this constant state of anxiety and so thought I’d give the ThunderShirt a whirl.
And WOW! So glad I did. INSTANT calm.
My husband came in from the outside and instead of barking and rushing over she just sat there, cool as a cucumber and watched him come in! I’ve deliberately left the house several times now, and no reaction. Nothing.
She’s super chilled. And she seems to like being in it too.
I’ve now taught her the word for her shirt and tell her when I’m going to put it on. She let’s me do it no problem, so I know she likes it.
I couldn’t recommend this product enough. Such a small price to pay for a brilliant solution to dog anxiety.
I bought this jacket to try and calm a small dog who gets very anxious when travelling in the car (thank you everyone who answered my question). The jacket arrived quickly and is good quality. Easy to fit (once I had read the instuctions!) Slightly small but the jacket is meant to be tight fitting so that wasn’t a problem.
Have been using the jacket for some months now and it is helping a bit. Poppy still pants but no longer shakes as much. While the jacket hasn’t completely solved the problem i will persevere with it and would recommend it to anyone else with the same problem.
Seems to help calm my rescue. There are work men next door and noisy vans driving past so she’s been very agitated and badly today. I put the shirt on and she’s calmed down and finally able to have a nap. I got a small for my Jack Chi but I think it’s too big so might get an xs
I bought one of these years ago from a pet shop randomly for my Staffy who has serious separation anxiety and obsessive tail chasing issues.
I used it on him and it defo helped so much that I didn’t need to use it and forgot I had one!
But I travel with my dogs (I now have 4, a shih tzu, Staffy, bullmastiff and blue French bulldog). which means long days in the car and over night on the ferry in kennels for them.
My Shih Tzu is very highly strung and even though the vets would give him tablets for travel he would still get so worked up he’d chew the kennel till he would bleed his gums! We even tried flying them instead and same outcome.
It was either stop travelling with them (really not an option as life dictates travel) or find a new solution.
Then I remembered this coat!! Couldn’t find them anywhere online in Ireland but thankfully Amazon came to the rescue!!
Ordered and arrived before we were due to travel and I used them on the way over and back on the ferry and guess what……..No bleeding gums and not highly stressed dogs!!!
And no highly stressed Human!! As I dreaded the kennels on the ferry as I never knew how they’d be when I’d check on them and the upset of having to put them back in during the journey knowing they were hurting themselves also.
I used this over and thought maybe it’s just a fluke…….Then came back (summertime and was not going to put it on as thought it would be too warm for them, but saw a vet in the US recommending them for the 4th of July so knew wouldn’t be too warm!), and again No upset or hurt dogs.
Chilled and happy. Of course they were still happy to get off the ferry and out of the kennels. But they were chilled and not bleeding!!
Really Highly recommend and will be a regular in our routine from now on.
I put them on and off the dogs a couple of days before travel for them to get used to wearing them and get the smell of “home” etc.
Sorry for long assed review
Thought I would try this for my terrier, she is terrified of thunder storms, fireworks and loud noises and can be physically sick. A soon as I thought the storm was coming over I put this on and can say that within 20 mins she was relaxed lying on the carpet, she wasn’t even trying to listen which she normally does. Impressed with the calming effect it had
Thought I would try this for my terrier, she is terrified of thunder storms, fireworks and loud noises and can be physically sick. A soon as I thought the storm was coming over I put this on and can say that within 20 mins she was relaxed lying on the carpet, she wasn’t even trying to listen which she normally does. Impressed with the calming effect it had
Thought I would try this for my terrier, she is terrified of thunder storms, fireworks and loud noises and can be physically sick. A soon as I thought the storm was coming over I put this on and can say that within 20 mins she was relaxed lying on the carpet, she wasn’t even trying to listen which she normally does. Impressed with the calming effect it had
I didn’t have much hope for this helping our dog who is absolutely terrified of fireworks, we’ve tried everything we can think of and the vet said we had no option but to use prescription sedatives. When the Thundershirt arrived I was sitting reading the instructions when the fireworks started, I put it on her straight away and went to the kitchen to get her medication, turned round and she was standing with a ball in her mouth ready to play. I threw the ball a few times then she went and lay down! She still jumped every time a firework went off but there was no pacing or panting. Not sure how she will get on over Christmas and New Year but I will certainly be giving this a try.
Arrived within the specified time, tried it on Dexter seems to like it, had to try it out for real within 2 hours somebody letting off fireworks, he appeared a little bit stressed but not as much as without it some days earlier where it was climbing the walls and hiding under the chair. Big test will be New Years Eve but even if he is a little bit stressed it will have been worth the money, thanks for a great product like the feel of it and colour.
fabulous product but unlikely to solve serious anxiety issues as a stand alone solution. A very useful tool alongside a good rehabilitation and remedial training program, would definitely recommend this product but please get professional help with your dog for more serious issues.
Then someone suggested a thunder shirt. I’d always thought that the concept was a bit strange, but by now I would try anything; he was waking me every night with his paw chewing etc and I felt so sorry for him.
From the moment I put it on him, it has WORKED! He’s snoozing on the couch next to me now, whereas before he would have been fussing, scratching, unable to settle.
He wears it all the time, except when we go out for his daily walks, and he is a different dog. And I get to sleep through the night!
I have bought a second shirt so that one is always available. It may not work for your dog, but for us it was nothing short of a miracle cure.
My dog had no issue wearing it as it’s just the same as an outdoor coat. It’s easily adjustable and we were very pleased with the fit, as my dog is a cross between a Labrador and a staffy she sometimes has trouble getting ‘stuff’ to fit!
I would highly recommend this product to anyone whose dog suffers from separation anxiety
If you have a nervous dog just buy one they do work if it doesn’t you can just get your money back
We bought the Thunder Shirt with low expectations to be honest because she hasn’t responded noticeably to other calming in the treatments in the past. But she definitely calms down straight away with it on! The velcro wrap across the back somehow reassures her.
I even put it on her when a friend arrived who she finds frightening (for no particular reason) and she stopped hiding behind me and seeking corners in the kitchen. We’re very pleased with it – and I suspect Maizy is too!!
I will keep trying and see whether things improve.
We have an elderly golden retriever who’s been diagnosed with canine dementia. She would not sleep at night and just paces round the house, panting all night. At times she would become very stressed during the day or evening and try to climb on the sofas and sit behind us. Her medication no longer seemed to be helping.
I heard about the Thundershirt and thought it was worth a try. We put the Thundershirt on her in the evening and she has slept every night since (we have had it for two weeks now), if she becomes stressed during the day then is goes on for a while till she calms down. The Thundershirt is amazing, it has made such a difference to her life and ours, we now get a full night sleep and so does she!
I would definitely recommend it!!!
He doesn’t hide, shake or get frightened. He barks. A lot. Shouting at whatever it is that’s making the noise he doesn’t like.
Then he gets all panty and miffed taking ages to calm down again.
Bought the thundershirt to try as he is a cuddle bunny bless him.
Last night was the ultimate test. New year fireworks and they didn’t hold back on the bangs.
Thundershirt was on him since 9pm ready and when they all started at midnight, yes he barked. Of course he would but the difference? He was calm again within an hour and not the normal 3-4 hours.
So yes, I would say this does help. Helped me get to sleep as well knowing he was calmer so soon.
Brilliant.
The second we put the thundershirt on her, you could see the difference. She was instantly calmer, well behaved and if we ever left the house and she had this on there was never an item chewed!
Eventually we were able to leave her without the shirt on and the chewing ceased. So I think it’s a great training tool as well.
If you have a pooch with separation anxiety, is maybe a little reactive to other dogs on walks, is nervous of fireworks or storms.. or is just excitable then I would definitely recommend this.
Very pleased with it.
Amazing! My Rudy is so calm with this on! I bought it to help with his separation anxiety, it hasn’t helped. But, with his general anxiety issues this has been so good! He doesn’t particularly like it he rolls around the floor and rubs himself along walls, doors, whatever he can find to try and get it off but he eventually just gives up and goes to sleep! Even with visitors! I love his thundershirt! I can’t recommend it enough!
Amazing! My Rudy is so calm with this on! I bought it to help with his separation anxiety, it hasn’t helped. But, with his general anxiety issues this has been so good! He doesn’t particularly like it he rolls around the floor and rubs himself along walls, doors, whatever he can find to try and get it off but he eventually just gives up and goes to sleep! Even with visitors! I love his thundershirt! I can’t recommend it enough!
Amazing! My Rudy is so calm with this on! I bought it to help with his separation anxiety, it hasn’t helped. But, with his general anxiety issues this has been so good! He doesn’t particularly like it he rolls around the floor and rubs himself along walls, doors, whatever he can find to try and get it off but he eventually just gives up and goes to sleep! Even with visitors! I love his thundershirt! I can’t recommend it enough!
Bought as training aid rather than for an anxiety problem. Recommended by trainer to help my JRT to focus on training. Small size was too big for 6kg JRT. Returned it and bought XS. JRT very happy to wear it, but the first time I put it on him, he was so ‘chilled out’ he looked as though he had been sedated. He quickly became accustomed to it. It is early days, but it does seem to have a calming effect.
Bought as training aid rather than for an anxiety problem. Recommended by trainer to help my JRT to focus on training. Small size was too big for 6kg JRT. Returned it and bought XS. JRT very happy to wear it, but the first time I put it on him, he was so ‘chilled out’ he looked as though he had been sedated. He quickly became accustomed to it. It is early days, but it does seem to have a calming effect.
Bought as training aid rather than for an anxiety problem. Recommended by trainer to help my JRT to focus on training. Small size was too big for 6kg JRT. Returned it and bought XS. JRT very happy to wear it, but the first time I put it on him, he was so ‘chilled out’ he looked as though he had been sedated. He quickly became accustomed to it. It is early days, but it does seem to have a calming effect.
I bought this vest to get my little dog from being nervous from stormy nights although lately she seems to be frightened of various things. I have been putting it on randomly to get her used to it and although I havent had it long I do believe that she is becoming less afraid and stressed. She stopped entering the kitchen because of strange sounds but now has started to come in and no longer quivers at the door. We have had a lots of bad weather lately and she hasnt been as bad but not completely as ease but I think she will get better the longer we use the vest. We had a lot of sleepless nights, I believe that they are coming to an end. The vest seems to be working for us. Thank you thundershirt !!!
I have a staffie mixed american bull, who is petrified of fireworks/thunder – to the point her teeth chatter and she continuously barks for 6 hours solid. Please be aware that this coat does not stop the anxiety, however it brings her down quickly and allows her to feel reassured. Have tried everything with her to no avail, however this thundershirt is amazing. It is made out of tshirt material and fits beautifully. She looks like a very smart lady now on her walks 🙂
I have an 8 year old dog who is so terrified of fireworks that every year for a week around 5th November we go away to the middle of nowhere so he doesn’t have to suffer. I have tried everything, the vet has even prescribed him valium for dogs! Nothing works. Shakes, foams at the mouth, wont move – its pitiful. This was my last hope after someone recommended I try one. OK so the worst of the fireworks are over but there are still some going off – enough to scare him. We have used the thunder shirt and I have to say he does appear a little calmer. Its enough for him to hide away at the back of the sofa, before he wouldn’t move. I can only say it appears to have helped so I would recommend you try it.
Hard to say if it works as more of a placebo effect for the owners, however our dog doesn’t seem to mind wearing it. It’s a comfortable material and fit our 25kg gsd x lab well, he was a rescue dog and can get anxious on occasions, however as his anxiety isn’t constant we can’t confirm the scale as to which it works. It does seem to help him in the time we have observed and It seems fair value; we’re happy to try it if it can make him feel better.
It doesnt always work at times of extreme stress but I found this a valuable tool in calming my dog.
Does what it says! Calms my anxious springer 🙂 Like other reviews I’ve read, it must have the same effect as when babies are swaddled – it has really helped to alleviate some of the stresses and anxieties felt by my springer spaniel. I don’t use it all the time, but tend to use it when I’m leaving him for a long period of time, or if he’s going in the car etc. He’s much more relaxed and cuddly with this on! Really easy to put on and adjust to different sizes, and it looks good too. Lots of people have commented how smart he looks in it and asked where I got it from! Brilliant product, just wish I’d got one a lot sooner!
Does what it says! Calms my anxious springer 🙂 Like other reviews I’ve read, it must have the same effect as when babies are swaddled – it has really helped to alleviate some of the stresses and anxieties felt by my springer spaniel. I don’t use it all the time, but tend to use it when I’m leaving him for a long period of time, or if he’s going in the car etc. He’s much more relaxed and cuddly with this on! Really easy to put on and adjust to different sizes, and it looks good too. Lots of people have commented how smart he looks in it and asked where I got it from! Brilliant product, just wish I’d got one a lot sooner!
My pointer was getting very anxious when I left him alone and unbeknown to me he was barking all the time I was out. I only found this out when I received a letter from the council saying I could be fined 5.000. So I thought I would give it a go and Since wearing the thunder shirt I think it as helped him and he also as the rescue remedy drops which seem to help as well.
A bit fiddly to put on, it does work on my anxious dog though she looks a bit scared just from wearing it sometimes >.< Not sure how it works, would recommend research My dog is already calm outside and inside, but she spins sometimes and it stops her from doing that when she gets overexcited which is g r e a t she fell asleep after i put it on her for the first time introduce to your dog positively and dont use it to 'cure' hyperactive dogs that's not how it works.
Woken by my 11 year old greyhound at four in the morning, shaking from head to foot with fear, pacing back and forth. We live at the edge of an army training area, and they were obviously out on manoeuvres, as this generally sets him off into a sheer panic, the same as fireworks. Put the Thundershirt on and within a minute, yes a minute!! he settled down and went to sleep. Never known anything that would help alleviate his fear, and he’s been with me for 7 years, tried everything on the market, plus all the helpful tips such as a darkened room, loud music, etc. etc. etc. Nothing every worked, but the thundershirt did, I would highly recommend this product – it works. Wish I’d tried this before all the other stuff, it would have saved him years of fear.
It worked straight away! He normally Stalkes me to throw ball and if I don’t he jumps up and bites arm! But been out today and He did not Bother at all! And didn’t Bother with picking up Sticks! Which he is crazy For usually ! And he don’t like other dogs much Ither usually .but today wearing his jacket he was great even wanted to Greet other Dogs! Not sure How it works! But be leave me it dos! Wish I got one years ago !we both had a relaxing Pleasent Walk! Get one Today life Changing!
I have a 7 months old very energetic and nervous beagle puppy. There is no way to calm her down if she is out of her usual environment (home) she runs around, steals from bags, barks and creates chaos. But once the Thundershirt is on she finds a place to settle and sleeps and chills. It is amazing!
It took some time for her to get used to wearing it but after couple off weeks she was fine.
I was very sceptical at first but I have to say that it is really working for us.
I had to take her to work with me today, the shirt is on and she is sleeping under my desk. Without the shirt she was running around barking and stealing from bins.
I have to write this review as bought this for my very nervous, anxious dog last wk.
She panics when something falls in the hse, message alerts on my phone but the worst is always Fireworks.
She is prescribed Diazipam from the Vets, however these made no difference last yr.
Well this shirt seems to just make her feel secure, she’s not jumpy with it on & amazingly…. It’s Sat night on the 01st Nov, there are lots of fireworks going off. She’s had no Diazipam but has her Thundershirt on & is looking at the window but is not jumping about, panicking or pacing!! It’s unbelievable the difference in her……
Best money iv spent & would def buy more when this one is done. Very happy
Having a dog who is TERRIBLY afraid of thunder, I decided that I would give this thundershirt a try. Getting it on has been the hardest part, because when the thunder starts, she is already prostrate on the ground, or behind / under something “safe” and is absolutely rigid with fear and shaking violently. However, once the thundershirt is on and secure, there has been a noticeable relaxation of the rigidity and shaking.
Previously, I used to wrap her in an old towel, which kept slipping and required me to be present to adjust it. The thundershirt has been most beneficial because it stays in place, and I can leave her in peace.
The relentless panting has been reduced too, by use of the shirt, and in addition I stick a cool bag under her head to help her not to overheat, which was always a big issue before.
I would recommend that you give this product a try, and maybe use in conjunction with a special thunderstorm de-sensitising CD if you have a dog with big thunder issues.
Having a dog who is TERRIBLY afraid of thunder, I decided that I would give this thundershirt a try. Getting it on has been the hardest part, because when the thunder starts, she is already prostrate on the ground, or behind / under something “safe” and is absolutely rigid with fear and shaking violently. However, once the thundershirt is on and secure, there has been a noticeable relaxation of the rigidity and shaking.
Previously, I used to wrap her in an old towel, which kept slipping and required me to be present to adjust it. The thundershirt has been most beneficial because it stays in place, and I can leave her in peace.
The relentless panting has been reduced too, by use of the shirt, and in addition I stick a cool bag under her head to help her not to overheat, which was always a big issue before.
I would recommend that you give this product a try, and maybe use in conjunction with a special thunderstorm de-sensitising CD if you have a dog with big thunder issues.
Having a dog who is TERRIBLY afraid of thunder, I decided that I would give this thundershirt a try. Getting it on has been the hardest part, because when the thunder starts, she is already prostrate on the ground, or behind / under something “safe” and is absolutely rigid with fear and shaking violently. However, once the thundershirt is on and secure, there has been a noticeable relaxation of the rigidity and shaking.
Previously, I used to wrap her in an old towel, which kept slipping and required me to be present to adjust it. The thundershirt has been most beneficial because it stays in place, and I can leave her in peace.
The relentless panting has been reduced too, by use of the shirt, and in addition I stick a cool bag under her head to help her not to overheat, which was always a big issue before.
I would recommend that you give this product a try, and maybe use in conjunction with a special thunderstorm de-sensitising CD if you have a dog with big thunder issues.
Having a dog who is TERRIBLY afraid of thunder, I decided that I would give this thundershirt a try. Getting it on has been the hardest part, because when the thunder starts, she is already prostrate on the ground, or behind / under something “safe” and is absolutely rigid with fear and shaking violently. However, once the thundershirt is on and secure, there has been a noticeable relaxation of the rigidity and shaking.
Previously, I used to wrap her in an old towel, which kept slipping and required me to be present to adjust it. The thundershirt has been most beneficial because it stays in place, and I can leave her in peace.
The relentless panting has been reduced too, by use of the shirt, and in addition I stick a cool bag under her head to help her not to overheat, which was always a big issue before.
I would recommend that you give this product a try, and maybe use in conjunction with a special thunderstorm de-sensitising CD if you have a dog with big thunder issues.
Having a dog who is TERRIBLY afraid of thunder, I decided that I would give this thundershirt a try. Getting it on has been the hardest part, because when the thunder starts, she is already prostrate on the ground, or behind / under something “safe” and is absolutely rigid with fear and shaking violently. However, once the thundershirt is on and secure, there has been a noticeable relaxation of the rigidity and shaking.
Previously, I used to wrap her in an old towel, which kept slipping and required me to be present to adjust it. The thundershirt has been most beneficial because it stays in place, and I can leave her in peace.
The relentless panting has been reduced too, by use of the shirt, and in addition I stick a cool bag under her head to help her not to overheat, which was always a big issue before.
I would recommend that you give this product a try, and maybe use in conjunction with a special thunderstorm de-sensitising CD if you have a dog with big thunder issues.
Having a dog who is TERRIBLY afraid of thunder, I decided that I would give this thundershirt a try. Getting it on has been the hardest part, because when the thunder starts, she is already prostrate on the ground, or behind / under something “safe” and is absolutely rigid with fear and shaking violently. However, once the thundershirt is on and secure, there has been a noticeable relaxation of the rigidity and shaking.
Previously, I used to wrap her in an old towel, which kept slipping and required me to be present to adjust it. The thundershirt has been most beneficial because it stays in place, and I can leave her in peace.
The relentless panting has been reduced too, by use of the shirt, and in addition I stick a cool bag under her head to help her not to overheat, which was always a big issue before.
I would recommend that you give this product a try, and maybe use in conjunction with a special thunderstorm de-sensitising CD if you have a dog with big thunder issues.
I purchased this for my rottweiler x with german shepherd who is extremely fearful of everything, I was a bit sceptical as to whether it would help, but was willing to try anything. This coat as soon as I put it on her calmed her. When we had visitors, she done her usual, barking and being scared, I put her coat on and she was a totally different dog, stopped barking immediately and even approached the visitors for a stroke! So glad I bought this coat for her, she wears it when we go to the vets and they have noticed a big difference in her when she has it on.
I purchased this for my rottweiler x with german shepherd who is extremely fearful of everything, I was a bit sceptical as to whether it would help, but was willing to try anything. This coat as soon as I put it on her calmed her. When we had visitors, she done her usual, barking and being scared, I put her coat on and she was a totally different dog, stopped barking immediately and even approached the visitors for a stroke! So glad I bought this coat for her, she wears it when we go to the vets and they have noticed a big difference in her when she has it on.
I bought this because one of my dogs was frightened of the cyclists that wiz round our park. It meant that he didn’t enjoy his walks any more. This jacket did help him to relax a little and enjoy his walks a bit more. I also put it on him on his last visit to the vet. The change in him was unbelievable. Instead of the shaking that usually occured as soon as we walked into the waiting room, he was totally relaxed and took an interest in the other dogs there. The vet’s receptionist could not believe the change in him.
I have a very anxious springer spaniel. He hates fireworks and it really makes him ill. We have had to get drugs from the vet to help him cope, which would calm him down but not completely.
I read all the other reviews before buying this product and admit I was sceptical…. but desperate.
It’s made of very thin jersey fabric. Loads of velcro. It wouldn’t hold up to much wear. i would say it would be unsuitable to wear regularly, however just for the days leading up to Nov 5th and new years eve.. maybe it’s worth a try. I think it does work. We didn’t need to drug him at the end, but we’re not sure if it was because of the jacket or that he simply got used to the bangs going off every night. It went on for nearly 3 weeks this time.
If it doesn’t work at first, stick with it and make sure you also use it now and again between periods of stress, with treats or games, so your dog associates the coat with pleasant things.
When I received the shirt (despite reading the good reviews) I was sceptical how this thin t shirt with Velcro could work, but OMG I stand corrected!
My nervy labradoodle was much calmer during fireworks weekend when she was wearing it. She was still anxious but settled far far quicker with it on than she would normally. She stayed at my sisters the following weekend and usually being away from home and with fireworks still going off she would have been extremely anxious but my sis put the coat on her and she also couldn’t believe the difference in her, she said she even curled up and went to sleep ignoring all the bangs.
I would definitely recommend the Thundershirt my only negative is – do it in prettier colours please!
My border collie dog is a nightmare when fireworks are going off, he gets really distressed, shakes, defacates will not be alone, even almost trying to eat through a door if he can’t open it to get to a person. I bought the Thundershirt Coat, not knowing whether it would make a difference, but must say I am impressed. As advised, I put it on him a couple of times when he was calm, and he was ok with that. He now wants to wear it when he’s distressed, and the difference is amazing. He stops shaking within seconds. He is still anxious about the noise, and may pace a little, but no shaking, will lie down quietly, and is nowhere near as distressed as without it. I would highly recommend.
I have recently adopted a dog who is anxious in certain scenario’s, so I wanted something to try and ease his stress. It gets rave reviews, so I thought it would help.
Its not an instant fix, but it is helping. He is happy to wear his coat, and while it stops him shaking and he’s definitely calmer, he is still unsure. Hopefully this will ease the more he wears it and the longer he’s with us. Overall I’m really pleased I bought it.
Ended up getting a medium for our Jack Russell. She has a very funny reaction to this when we put it on her. She stays stock still and when she does move, it’s as though she’s got a ton of weight on her 🙂 It didn’t cure her maniacal barking when the doorbell rings, but she does bark a little bit less with this on. Also, she refuses to go to the bathroom when wearing the Thundershirt; don’t know why, but she’ll hold it in all day if she had to – I guess that’s good for travelling, especially on an airplane. She’s not a dog who is very afraid on bonfire night; just a few woofs here and there, so that isn’t a real issue. We use it more for her anxiety during the day for noise. All in all, it’s a good buy if your dog suffers from any kind of anxiety and some hyperactivity, behaviour modification and reassurance is still needed. I’m glad we bought this for our dog – she’s a lot less stressed.
We were looking for a jacket for our rescue dog a 6 year old Staffordshire lady, she had a lot of anxiety in the beginning and it was clear she had been pupped many times from a previous owner. Every time she met a male Staffordshire, or a large bubbly male dog, she would be desperate to get away.We discovered the thundercoat at pets@home but they didn’t have her size, so we bought on amazon, it has a 60day returns guarantee and it was in the price range we wanted for a normal coat. Its a really smart looking jacket, we’ve had many owners complimenting it. We use it with a front leading harness, and her walking has improved significantly,
Well worth a try, and if it doesn’t work, makes a handsome jacket regardless. money well spent.
We were looking for a jacket for our rescue dog a 6 year old Staffordshire lady, she had a lot of anxiety in the beginning and it was clear she had been pupped many times from a previous owner. Every time she met a male Staffordshire, or a large bubbly male dog, she would be desperate to get away.We discovered the thundercoat at pets@home but they didn’t have her size, so we bought on amazon, it has a 60day returns guarantee and it was in the price range we wanted for a normal coat. Its a really smart looking jacket, we’ve had many owners complimenting it. We use it with a front leading harness, and her walking has improved significantly,
Well worth a try, and if it doesn’t work, makes a handsome jacket regardless. money well spent.
Wasn’t really sure what to expect , having read the reviews and was quite happy to think you get your money back if not happy with the Thundershirt , which i didn’t send back , and I’m still working out how it works as it just looks like a fleecy jacket with bits of velcro on it , but hey its helped a little bit , which I’m more than happy with , a bits better than nothing !! I have a South A’frican boerbaul an she is nearly 10 stone in weight , an only 3 years old an she can be a bit of a handful when she wants especially when we out for a walk, sorted her out in the house when she wants play with the postman through the letterbox ,an wanting to play with every one that comes through the door , still working on the walking but we will get there together I’m sure .Worth a try,nothing ventured nothing gained . Glad I ventured .
I bought 2 of these for my shih tzu girl and shih tzu crossbreed boy. He is quite a nervous temperament, doesn’t like going in the car and is often sick, and they both hate fireworks.
The jackets fit well, easy to put on, and the dogs are happy to wear them, although they are already used to wearing coats for wet weather walkies.
Christmas period was a good test….several longish car journeys and no sickness! And New Year fireworks were certainly less traumatic. He didn’t rush to hide and she didn’t bark incessantly like she usually does! So I am optimistic that these little coats will make life happier for them and me, time will tell!
I bought 2 of these for my shih tzu girl and shih tzu crossbreed boy. He is quite a nervous temperament, doesn’t like going in the car and is often sick, and they both hate fireworks.
The jackets fit well, easy to put on, and the dogs are happy to wear them, although they are already used to wearing coats for wet weather walkies.
Christmas period was a good test….several longish car journeys and no sickness! And New Year fireworks were certainly less traumatic. He didn’t rush to hide and she didn’t bark incessantly like she usually does! So I am optimistic that these little coats will make life happier for them and me, time will tell!
I bought 2 of these for my shih tzu girl and shih tzu crossbreed boy. He is quite a nervous temperament, doesn’t like going in the car and is often sick, and they both hate fireworks.
The jackets fit well, easy to put on, and the dogs are happy to wear them, although they are already used to wearing coats for wet weather walkies.
Christmas period was a good test….several longish car journeys and no sickness! And New Year fireworks were certainly less traumatic. He didn’t rush to hide and she didn’t bark incessantly like she usually does! So I am optimistic that these little coats will make life happier for them and me, time will tell!
Our dog, a patterdale terrier, has had a fear of fireworks for at least 5 years. She is now 11+. We are pleasantly surprised/pleased that we have found a product that has worked for her over this past Guy Fawkes season. Even putting the shirt on after fireworks have started in an evening has relaxed her. She has even fallen asleep at my feet. While out walking her, I ask other dog walkers how their dogs have been resently and then tell them about the ‘Thundershirt’.