The DU Lounge
Related: Culture Forums, Support Forums53 sec video - how to make a Thundershirt wrap out of an Ace Bandage to keep dogs and cats calm
?si=-ZjVf00cCtXRcAhLThis works the same way Temple Grandin's cattle press works for persons on the autism spectrum, by calming their autonomic (automatic) nervous system.
I suggest smoothing out the Ace bandage (or scarf) across the pet's sides to get more surface coverage.
Also helpful: Bach Rescue Remedy (can be found at most pet stores, holistic vets, and health food stores.) and FES 5-Flower Essence -- same as Rescue Remedy, just a different brand.
Hugs to all the fur kids out there who will suffer because of humans...
On edit: you can also use a scarf.
wnylib
(26,907 posts)turn into a nightmare of struggles? I have tried gabapentin prior to the appointment and a towel sprayed with Felliway in her carrier. They have been only little helpful.
At one appointment, she was visibly trembling in the waiting room before she was even examined.
SheltieLover
(82,885 posts)It works on mammals' autonomic (automatic) nervous system to help calm it.
Pls let us know the results. Good luck!
Luciferous
(6,648 posts)but I'll have to try this for tomorrow. Thanks for sharing!
SheltieLover
(82,885 posts)orleans
(37,529 posts)i put the thundershirt on my fluffy girl tonight and last night b/c of the damn storms.
i had waited too long yesterday to give her a calming chew and she wouldn't eat it. so i made sure to give her one today before the afternoon storm hit.
(her and i are so sick of these fucking storms. but luckily we should have a break tomorrow night for the booms and bangs.)
Response to orleans (Reply #5)
SheltieLover This message was self-deleted by its author.
Response to orleans (Reply #5)
SheltieLover This message was self-deleted by its author.
SheltieLover
(82,885 posts)Healing vibes on the way to her & all animals bothered by storms & human stupidity.
The magats are already heavy into the fireworks here.
orleans
(37,529 posts)SheltieLover
(82,885 posts)Not sure though.
orleans
(37,529 posts)and i'm asking b/c that thundershirt is tight and goes down their back.
??
SheltieLover
(82,885 posts)Just gueasing