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erins832001: 2 months ago via Android

Do thundershirts really work for small nervous dogs?

I have a year old yorkie/Chihuahua mix that has always had issues with anxiety. Such as loud noises and strangers. I want medication to be the last resort. So I was just wondering if anyone knows if thunder shirts work for very small dogs? As she only weighs a little over four pounds.

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Quester2011: 2 months ago

I don't know, but I know other stuff that is very very effective. They're just dietary supplements.

http://www.springtimeinc.com/product/stress-free-calmplex
I've not used this but know people who do and it works very well on dogs with severe separation anxiety.

http://www.nelsonsnaturalworld.com/en-us/us/our-brands/rescue-remedy/
I have used this - on myself, my dogs, cats, and horses. It's not a sedative or medication at all. It just takes away the butterflies. Personally I used this on myself during horse shows, and for the dogs and cats on vet visits. It's just a dropper with a little funny-tasting liquid in it.

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FunnyLittleFrog: 2 months ago

I don't think those work. They are snake oil for dog lovers. Chihuahua have anxiety, I believe that is part of their makeup. My little dog is like that, too. I think all dogs are anxious about strangers and especially loud noises to a certain extent. If it's really bad, I would just go to a vet.

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LucyNJersey: 2 months ago

Thunder shirts really work for small nervous dogs. However, you need to contact a vet before using them. Read more details at http://www.thundershirt.com/HowItWorks/.

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