Separation Anxiety

Separation anxiety can be an extremely challenging issue to manage and is often very stressful...for both the dog and her owners. Depending on the severity of your dog’s separation anxiety, a Thundershirt alone may be enough to solve your issues. The use of Thundershirt alone has eliminated or significantly reduced symptoms such as excessive barking/whining, destructive chewing, severe shaking, panting, indoor elimination, destructive clawing, and even seizures. But there are also easy steps you can take to further help your dog to be comfortable in your absence. See below for a training program. We have also provided answers to a variety of common questions for separation anxiety.

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Training Program for Relieving Separation Anxiety
We enlisted Nicole Wilde, CPDT, to provide her suggested training program for when a Thundershirt alone may not be enough. Click here to read that program. Nicole is the author of eight books, a popular columnist in major magazines including Modern Dog Magazine, and sought after speaker. She also teaches seminars and workshops around the country and internationally. For more information about Nicole and her published works, please visit www.phantompub.com.

Travel Anxiety FAQ
Below are some of the most frequently asked questions about using Thundershirt for separation anxiety. If you have any other questions you would like to ask, please contact us.

“My vet recommended that we try Thundershirt for our Cocker Spaniel. He was having seizures everyday from separation anxiety and medications were not helping enough. Thundershirt has decreased his seizures considerably.”
~AT, Rock Hill, SC

"Pressure wraps are an effective, non-invasive way to help dogs to feel more at ease. I like the Thundershirt especially because of its soft material, easy-to-apply Velcro closures, and low cost. I'm glad dogs everywhere can now reap its benefits."
~ Nicole Wilde, CPDT

1. If Thundershirt alone doesn't resolve my dog's symptoms, what training do you recommend?

As mentioned above, a Thundershirt alone may be sufficient for your dog. But if not, we definitely recommend adding some simple training exercises with the use of your Thundershirt. See above for details on the training programs.

2. For what types of symptoms will Thundershirt work?

For many dogs, Thundershirt is effective for a wide variety of anxiety symptoms. For travel anxiety, those symptoms include shaking, panting, drooling, barking/whining, hyperactivity, and even vomiting.

3. How tight is "too tight"?

Thundershirt should only have comfortable pressure on your dog. How do you judge "comfortable"? You should be able to easily slip you fingers under the Thundershirt. For the next straps, they should only be gently stretched...no pressure is needed around the front chest area; the benefit from Thundershirt comes from the pressure around the torso behind the front legs. When securing the torso straps, you should be stretching the fabric, but it does not require any strenuous force.

4. Can I wash and dry Thundershirt?

Thundershirt is made out of durable, washable fabric. When necessary, Thundershirt may be washed in a regular cycle using regular laundry detergent and warm water. Hang to dry.

5. How long can my dog wear Thundershirt?

Thundershirt is comfortable and safe to wear for extended periods.

6. Will my dog eventually no longer need Thundershirt for separation anxiety?

That's very possible. As your dog learns to be more comfortable alone with the use of Thundershirt and any training you undertake, over time, your dog may learn to enjoy "independence" without any help at all. Just say goodbye on your way out and be comfortable that your dog and your house will be intact when you return!