53 sec video - how to make a Thundershirt wrap out of an Ace Bandage to keep dogs and cats calm

[SheltieLover]

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This 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]

1. Would this help with an anxious cat whose vet visits

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]

2. It could very well help your kitty

It works on mammals' autonomic (automatic) nervous system to help calm it.

Pls let us know the results. Good luck!

[Luciferous]

3. My puppers got calming treats tonight

but I'll have to try this for tomorrow. Thanks for sharing!

[SheltieLover]

4. Yw! I hope it helps them

[orleans]

5. great idea with the ace bandage.

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.)

[SheltieLover]

8. If you have Rescue Remedy or 5 Flower Essence you can just squirt it in her mouth

Healing vibes on the way to her & all animals bothered by storms & human stupidity.

The magats are already heavy into the fireworks here.

[orleans]

6. meant to ask: why tie away from spine? nt

[SheltieLover]

10. Maybe to keep pressure off spine?

Not sure though.

[orleans]

11. yeah, i don't know

and i'm asking b/c that thundershirt is tight and goes down their back.

??

[SheltieLover]

12. But a knot on the spine could potentially cause problems if the pet rolled over for example

Just gueasing