reviews on bersa thunder 380

Price: $49.95 - $46.99
(as of Dec 30, 2024 03:36:14 UTC - Details)

ThunderShirt - the original and the best pressure wrap available. Like swaddling an infant, ThunderShirt's PATENTED DESIGN calms all types of anxiety, fear, and over-excitement issues. Thundershirt is the EASIEST TO USE and adjust for just the right pressure to calm your dog. Already calming millions of dogs, Thundershirt has over an 80% success rate. Use for thunder, fireworks, separation anxiety, travel, vet visits, problem barking, reactivity, and much, much more. NO TRAINING REQUIRED. COMFORTABLE FOR YOUR DOG. Machine washable. Soft, breathable fabric.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.9 x 9.45 x 13.05 inches; 8.47 ounces
Manufacturer recommended age ‏ : ‎ 0 months and up
Item model number ‏ : ‎ HGL-T01
Department ‏ : ‎ mens
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ May 6, 2009
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Central Garden & Pet
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0028QK6EY
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA

ThunderShirt is the #1 vet recommended calming wrap and already used by millions of dogs to help calm anxious behaviors!
Our patented, easy-to-use calming wrap for dogs is a drug-free option which applies gentle calming pressure around your dog’s torso, similar to swaddling an infant
Use ThunderShirt whenever your dog experiences anxiety in situations such as thunderstorms, fireworks, vet visits, separation, loud noises, traveling, and having visitors
Over 85 Percentage of pet parents surveyed reported improvement in their pet’s signs of stress when using ThunderShirt
ThunderShirt is light-weight, breathable, and machine washable, fit for all climates and lifestyles. It is easy to use; simply fasten the straps around your dog’s neck and torso to apply gentle calming pressure: No training required
Consider combining the ThunderShirt with ThunderEase Spray & ThunderWunders Calming Chews to create your calming dream team
Reviewer: Willow
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: I have purchased ThunderShirts for three dogs in the past four years
Review: This is the third ThunderShirt I have purchased over the last four years. None of the dogs I purchased the shirts for was afraid of thunder, but I have found these shirts to have a calming effect for other anxieties.The first ThunderShirt I ever purchased was a size XL for an elderly 84-pound labrador retriever to help her deal with the anxiety she experienced following a stroke. It also seemed to give some relief from the itching caused by her meds. She really liked wearing it, and would have gladly worn it 24/7, but I didn't think that was a good idea. I was concerned she would get chafing or circulation problems from overuse, so she only got to wear it for a few hours a day. Still, I think it was an important part of the various things we did to increase her comfort until she was ready to leave this world. After she crossed over, the shirt was donated to help rescued dogs in foster care, and it was much appreciated by the foster "mom".The second shirt was a size XS that was purchased for a rescued 11-pound rat terrier who has no issues other than sibling rivalry. He wanted to wear a ThunderShirt because his "sister" was wearing one. It also helps give him a little extra warmth in cool weather, which he really appreciates because he chills easily. And he looks really, really handsome wearing it.The third ThunderShirt was a size XXS purchased a month ago for a 5-pound chihuahua puppy I adopted two months ago. She was found abandoned in a storage container with three other dogs. She was rescued by the county animal control department and given veterinary care until she recovered enough to be adopted. She has issues. Many, many issues. She hadn't been socialized at all and was absolutely terrified of people. She hadn't been potty trained. She was not much more than skin and bones -- you could easily see the outline of every rib. She obviously had been badly abused and she has a leg injury that may never heal completely. She didn't know how to walk on a leash and was terrified to try. She shook with fright for fifteen minutes when shelter staff placed her in my arms. She screamed and screamed and screamed in absolute terror when a very gentle friend of mine tried to pet her.After a month of training and socialization, and lots and lots of love, my chihuahua had gained a whole pound, was starting to get the idea about where to go potty and where not to , and had learned how to use a doggie door! But she was still exhibiting a lot of fear and anxiety, so I got her the ThunderShirt. I forgot to go through the recommended training process to introduce her to the ThunderShirt, but thankfully it turned out to be one of the few things that didn't frighten her. She loves it! It doesn't make all her issues go away, but it definitely seems to reduce her anxiety. She doesn't have very thick fur, so she appreciates wearing any shirt, but this is the only one that helps to calm her. She, too, would love to wear it 24/7, but I won't let her. With lots of love and positive reinforcement and her new Thundershirt, she is getting a little braver. She can't tolerate a leash attached to her collar, but she loves to walk in familiar places with her Bright Mesh Heart Printed Dog Cat Pet Vest Harness and Matching Leash Set in Blue for Dogs Cats (Large) . She will cuddle with me for hours, but she cowers if I move suddenly or use a stern voice. She is afraid of anyone new, except delivery people. They might be bringing Dogswell Nutrisca Dog Food, Salmon and Chickpea, 15-Pound Package or GREENIES Dental Dog Treats, Teenie, Original Flavor, 130 Treats, 36 oz. from Amazon! :-)I wouldn't call the ThunderShirt a miracle, but I would call it an excellent tool for helping dogs with anxiety issues. It is effective, and it is well-made with quality materials. The latest version has three new features that were not on my original two ThunderShirts: a patch for using a calming spray, snaps for attaching a jacket, and some reflective trim to make your dog more visible at night. Unfortunately, I can't use the calming spray because I am sensitive to one of the ingredients. I would love to get the snap-on ThunderShirt Outerwear Raincoat, X-Small, but so far have not been able to locate one in size XXS. I do appreciate the reflective trim because it glows in the beam of my flashlight when I take my puppy out after dark.I will continue to use the ThunderShirt to help reduce my puppy's fear and anxiety. I will be using it when I introduce her to new situations, and I will update this review to report on how that goes.The first photo below shows what the ThunderShirts look like from the front, where they can be adjusted with the velcro that is under the front tab. Of course, the photo also showcases how adorable my dogs look in their (almost) matching ThunderShirts!The second photo clearly shows two of the new features on the chihuahua's ThunderShirt, the patch and the reflective trim at the neck. The rat terrier is wearing the older version of the shirt, which he has had for four years now. He even has his name embroidered on it.The third photo was taken with a flash to show the reflective trim doing its job.

Reviewer: LisaBoBisa
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: This shirt is my dog's best friend during storms or fireworks!
Review: My 13 year old dog was never afraid of thunderstorms until we moved into our new house and the neighbors surrounding us like to frequently shoot off fireworks. Not just during the 4th of July. ALL year. My dog had never encountered fireworks before and thought we were under attack. And then with the loud noise and the flash of the fireworks, she learned to associate thunderstorms - with those loud noises and flashes of lightning -- with absolute terror. Thanks, Neighbors!!!To give you an idea of how my dog reacts to storms, here's what happens in our household during every single thunderstorm (and fireworks): When she hears the first bang or rumble, my dog immediately wants to sit in my lap (no matter what I'm trying to do) and she pushes herself right up against me so tightly that it's uncomfortable to breathe - for both of us. It's like she's trying to push herself under your skin for protection. She shakes so badly that her teeth chatter loudly. She pants loudly, her breathing becomes very rapid and she is very restless - sometimes running into the bathroom (the only room in the house without windows) and hides between the tub and the toilet - only to run back out after a minute to find me to push up against again. My dog becomes so filled with terror that I'm afraid she will have a heart attack. She is 13 years old and that's always at the back of my mind. I feel so bad for her. If the thunderstorm hits while we're sleeping at night, then I have to get up and try to sleep on the couch (so the dog doesn't wake my husband when she's shaking the bed & panting so loudly). No one sleeps in our house during the entire storm's duration.I had to find some other way to try and help her. I came across this product while searching for some type of solution. The skeptic in me said "There might be a very slim chance this will help my dog's storm anxiety" and I'm probably wasting money buying this but there were so many positive reviews. So, I bit the bullet and bought the shirt. I didn't even tell my husband that I had spent the money on this because I'm sure he would have thought it was a waste of money as well. It's just some fabric, right? I was desperate to help her.The day after it arrived in the mail, we got a daytime storm. I thought, well here goes, let's give it a try. My dog is not the type of dog who likes having any type of clothes on -- she immediately would rip off any kind of sweater or jacket that I had tried putting on her in the past. She didn't fight me putting it on her - it went on very easily. I made it a snug fit by adjusting the velcro around her belly. Then I went and sat down in my recliner - where she would normally jump up on and get into my lap and start the whole pushing into me thing. She stayed down on the floor. That intrigued me. Her breathing wasn't rapid. Hmmmm....interesting. She stayed a few feet away from my recliner but continued to stay on the floor, standing. Within a few minutes, she sat down, looked at me a few times like she was a little confused. Like, hey it's storming but I'm OK. I just smiled at her. Then she LAID DOWN. And stayed there! Even through the thunder claps, she stayed there on the floor lying down. Meanwhile, my husband had come into the room and noticed that I had bought some sort of shirt for her and she was wearing it. I said in a low voice, look who's not freaking out over the storm and nodded at my dog. He looked confused - just like the dog! Then he smiled and said "Huh?!! That thing must work." We just couldn't believe it. It was like she was an entirely different dog and that made me smile. She was at peace and felt comforted. I want to hug whoever invented this product. Absolutely life-changing. This Thundershirt was worth way more than I paid for it - it truly is absolutely priceless. It has brought my dog peace of mind and peace to our entire household during Thunderstorms - or fireworks. I no longer have to sleep on the couch - I can stay in bed! And everyone, including my dog is now relaxed during storms and getting rest. If there's a thunderstorm in the weather forecast during the night, before I go to bed, I just put the Thundershirt on my dog before she goes to sleep. The Thundershirt really is like a big hug to her, making her feel protected. Thank you so much, Thundershirt!! You made a little 13 year old dog (and her parents) very happy and have brought a better quality of life to her and our household.

Reviewer: Alejandro Soto
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: looks adorable, mostly works, very durable
Review: we have been using it for over a year now, here are my thoughts.1. it looks adorable. - i can’t stop gushing over how handsome it makes our boy look haha. i know it’s silly but we think he looks all buff and handsome with it.2. it mostly works. - is it the ultimate one all be all solution for a dogs anxiety issues. not necessarily. it has certainly helped out extremely anxious lab. in particular, we have noticed his body language has become a little more relaxed during rainy days ans storms. we’ve also tried it on for fireworks and seems to help him feel a little more secure. HOWEVER, keep in mind this is a tool, not a solution. while yes, if introduced properly, gradually, with positive reinforcement and positive associations it can help ease your dogs symptoms. BUT you will still need to keep working on desensitizing your dog to storms and fireworks. (if you don’t know what that means, look it up in yt, there are great training videos there)so please, know this is just one more tool in your tool box, and you will need to use it adequately to see results.honestly, at this point my boy loves it, he enjoys wearing it around and will fall asleep as soon as i put it on. so even if it didn’t work perfectly for storm anxiety it has helped him get better quality and longer sleep bc of how comfortable and calm he feels, so it’s a win either way.3. it is made of great durable fabric. - the material feels sturdy and durable. we wash it about once a month during winter to make sure it’s clean and it has held up just fine. i like how easy to put on and adjustable it is. it does not get stuck or snag on the dogs fur (at least not for short haired shedding breeds like labradors).

Reviewer: JDToronto
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Our 35 lb Jindo is hyperactive and jumps 6 feet in the air like popcorn everytime we leave and return or every morning. He's not afraid of storms or noises, just gets separation anxiety. I was sceptical as the shirt is indeed a thin shirt and we thought it had to be weighted to help anxiety, but as soon as we wrap it on him (which was super easy) he releases all anxiety, relaxes and lies down. He's so calm with it on! I'm really impressed and would highly recommend this if you have an anxious dog too.

Reviewer: Cassy
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: My dog gets extremely anxious when there’s a thunderstorm or fireworks. His whole body shakes/ trembles uncontrollably, pants excessively, drools, and needs to be on me (he’s a 40kg baby). When I put the thunder shirt on, he only pants a bit, and wants to be close to me (as always) but not on me, with no other signs of stress/ fear. It’s worth every penny!

Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I was truly skeptical that this would help. We’d tried all sort of things for our high strung vizsla- exercise, training, adaptil, trazedone, etc. the vet suggested this so we gave it a shot. He was top-level agitated during a storm so I put it on him. Within 5 seconds he was calm, standing still and breathing normally. He went from frantically digging at the front door trying to escape, to curled up in bed within a few more minutes after that. This is a MIRACLE. Buy it, you can always return it if it doesn’t work.

Reviewer: Brenda Sullivan
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: My dog is very nervous and gets sick in the car I put this on him and he was great ..wasn't sick in the car didn't shake as much

Reviewer: Paula Monroy Moreno
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Excelente producto, mi perra se pone muy mal con los cuentes y fuegos artificiales, no deja de temblar y se sofoca, desde que le puse el chaleco dejo de hacer eso, obvio se pone alerta por el ruido pero ya no se angustia, no se que pasa pero la mayoría de las veces que se lo puse se acuesta y se duerme