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Grey_Mountain
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Jul 07, 2014

ThunderShirt" for Pet Anxiety

In another post, I stated that my 12-year old Bichon Friese has started having unexplained anxiety/panic attacks. My vet recommended puppy Zantax.
I have seen advertised a "Thundershirt" for about $40 that is used to alleviate this problem. Does anyone here have any experience with such an item?

GM
  • harley-dave's avatar
    harley-dave
    Explorer
    Jul 07, 2014
    Hi
    We have a 10 year old Cocker that has anxiety problems also. We've tried the thunder shirt several times but to no avail. Hate to medicate her but it just makes life easier for her and us. other pets may do better..

    Dave
  • FLman2's avatar
    FLman2
    Explorer
    Jul 07, 2014
    Our Schnauzer doesn't like his, he will stand in one spot and not move until we remove it. Easier to hold him than to mess around with the thunder shirt.
  • magnusfide's avatar
    magnusfide
    Explorer II
    Jul 07, 2014
    FLman2 wrote:
    Our Schnauzer doesn't like his, he will stand in one spot and not move until we remove it. Easier to hold him than to mess around with the thunder shirt.

    Stubborn: I like that. Our best fur children had stubborn personalities.
  • dturm's avatar
    dturm
    Moderator
    Jul 07, 2014
    Another thread and results: Thundershirt

    I've had patients with different results, most positive. Worth a try as they have (at least had) a money back guarantee.

    Doug, DVM
  • afraid_of_bears's avatar
    afraid_of_bears
    Explorer
    Jul 07, 2014
    We tried one and I don't think it helped at all. We are now trying Melatonin as recommended by the vet.
  • robsouth's avatar
    robsouth
    Explorer II
    Jul 07, 2014
    I have used one with Fritz for a couple years now. It works wonders. This recent 4th of July was much easier on him and us as neighbors popped their fireworks. He barely paid any attention to them, whereas before, he would be bonkers. I, for one, and very pleased with the results.
  • Grey_Mountain's avatar
    Grey_Mountain
    Explorer
    Jul 08, 2014
    His "panic attacks" are not triggered by noise or weather. Haven't figured out yet just what is causing them.

    GM
  • bgum's avatar
    bgum
    Explorer
    Jul 08, 2014
    It works with our Maltese. In fact she will ask for it to be put on at the first sign of weather.
  • Mergs's avatar
    Mergs
    Explorer
    Jul 08, 2014
    We will not leave home without ours. Tried to get pills for her and the vet said to try the thunder shirt and it worked wonders.

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