has anyone used this to calm anxiety when around other dogs? this is the main purpose i would purchase it.
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Is your dog aggressive to other dogs? My Bella is terrified of storms and we just had a really bad one this evening. I put her calming coat on her and my daughter said she did really well compared to what she normally does. It does really well for anxiety.
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I take my dog Mister to.daycare. He was so nervous and scared he wouldn't get out of my.vehicle. I put it on him before we left. He jumped out to go into daycare. When I picked him up they said that he played with the other dogs. I asked them to keep it on him. I am so relieved it calmed him down. Yes, it helped him tremendously. He seemed more relaxed when I picked him up.
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If you dog is whining he is having anxiety and merely want to be with you. Would you shock your kid if he/she were afraid to be by themselves or the dark? I don't know, maybe you would. I'm not against bark collars. I have used them in the past for chronic barkers who run around barking out of habit.They have their purpose and if used properly and compassionately they are useful. However, it's abuse if you are using it for a dog who is in distress. Seriously, think this through a bit. Your dog suffers anxiety and pain just like you do. Using as you want to is like people who slap their kid when he cries. Wow. If you dog is whining he is having anxiety and merely want to be with you. Would you shock your kid if he/she were afraid to be by themselves or the dark? I don't know, maybe you would. I'm not against bark collars. I have used them in the past for chronic barkers who run around barking out of habit.They have their purpose and if used properly and compassionately they are useful. However, it's abuse if you are using it for a dog who is in distress. Seriously, think this through a bit. Your dog suffers anxiety and pain just like you do. Using as you want to is like people who slap their kid... » Read More If you dog is whining he is having anxiety and merely want to be with you. Would you shock your kid if he/she were afraid to be by themselves or the dark? I don't know, maybe you would. I'm not against bark collars. I have used them in the past for chronic barkers who run around barking out of habit.They have their purpose and if used properly and compassionately they are useful. However, it's abuse if you are using it for a dog who is in distress. Seriously, think this through a bit. Your dog suffers anxiety and pain just like you do. Using as you want to is like people who slap their kid when he cries. Wow. « Show Less
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I bought a snuggle pup before my puppy was born. It was in his crate from day one & he is now 7yrs young & still has a snuggle puppy (his 4th). He treasures it & I believe it helped me get over losing his mom & siblings all in one day. It may help your dog or it may not. At this point, I would try anything to help her get over her anxiety. Lots of good treats in scary situations may help also. You might want to read a couple of blogs (rollinwithrubi.blogspot.com & google Paws Abilities blog posts). Good luck & if you have any questions, let me know.
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Sorry, I've never used it for long periods of time. Just used as needed. I've been using Liftmode L-Theanine as a daily calmative. It's working really well for my very reactive dog. I got it here on Amazon. I still use composure chews when I need a little bit more on board. One word on dose. I had to use double the dose on my dog to make much difference. She weighs about 35 pounds
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I haven't tried it for that, but thanks for the idea; one of my dogs has both fear of thunder/fireworks and travel anxiety. It should work, it's based on the same principal - to provide snug physical contact during a situation causing anxiety. The question is "how much will it work?" I have found the thundershirt does not eliminate my dogs' thunder/fireworks fear, but does moderate it somewhat. Normally my dog is literally glued to my leg during thunder events. With the shirt, she still wants to be near me -- but she doesn't need to be in constant physical contact. I will try the shirt for short drives and see if it helps alleviate the fear. My dog crouches in fear on the floor of the backseat and has uncontrollable drooling. Based on the small success with storm events, I expect I might be able to get her to stop the drooling - still huddle on the floor, but not uncontrollably. Good luck.
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I got this for my teenager who, at times, gets very stressed/worried/anxious. She feels that it helps. Placebo effect? Maybe, but I'm happy she gets some relief w/o prescription drugs. We also use the Pet version for dog anxiety from car rides (one dog) & thunderstorms (the other). Seems to help them too.
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It is supposed to give an overall calm/peace without drugs. I don't know that my dog had that diagnosis per se, but he seemed more comfortable and confident, and less fearful.
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Our dog also gets very excited when they see other dogs! The gentle leader hasn't eliminate this urge but it does make it easier to get them into a sit position. I get very nervous when our dog lunges at other dogs and with the gentle leader it can look even worse sometimes. We are trying to train them to sit when another dog is coming and sit after they pass and that has been easier with the gentle leader. In the DVD it says not to use with aggressive dogs so excited dogs seems like a grey area. Sorry this wasn't more helpful, I hope you have success with whichever way you choose.
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Happy Traveler could be a "tool" for you in this case, however it sounds like you need to find a trainer that deals with reactive dogs (dogs that bark and growl at other dogs, people etc...). Training along with using Happy Traveler may help you. Good luck!!
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Yes, it does. We used it to aid in our dog's separation anxiety, and eventually weaned him onto a Kong Wobbler.
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I have not used this product for this purpose but based on my use of the product to deter attacks by other dogs, I would not recommend it for the purpose of dog training.
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I use it for when i see my dogs doing a un wanted behavior. It works pretty good for my dogs. It dont smell like much to me but my pup hates it n now all i have to do is hold up the bottle and he stops doing the unwanted behavior
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i am wondering the same thing. have you tried this as a substitute for the pet convincer? and how has it worked for you?
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I use Adaptil a pheromone calming spray for long car rides. You spray it where your dog will be sitting about fifteen minutes before your dog gets in the car, so the alcohol can dissipate first. I also put it on my sleeves and hands to calm my dog when he's panicked about me putting his eye drops or ear drops for a recent infection. Also good for thunder storms or unfamiliar situations. So it's great for anxiety attacks. It comes in plug-in diffusers, sprays, and collars.
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could be - we use it with larger dogs like pointers or Deutsch Drahthaar. They don´t love it in the beginning, trying to shake it off, but then get used to it. Would be worth trying
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I have read that people use it for their dogs during storms. I had a dog that was terrified of storms but unfortunately I didn't know about Bach products while he was still living. At that time. I was medicating him with Prozac and melatonin but I wish I could have tried Bach. Sorry that I can't be more help with your question It does calm my dogs but I don't have a case at this time where I have tried it for extreme anxiety.
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Yes deffinently, but I've never actually tested it. As a club no, but if you're worried about dog attack get a "pet convincer 2" I have tested this on lots of dogs. Can't hurt them but it has scared everyone of them. Just used to stop a big Lab from attacking my mini schnauzer . He had him in his mouth, sprayed him and he ran away. Then he came back but when I sprayed again he ran away before he got to close to attack.