Happy Hoodie The Original Dog & Cat Calming Band - American Brand - Anxiety Relief/Noise Protection - Grooming - Thunder - Fireworks (Large, Black) - Since 2008

For the simple design and the degree of skepticism that we had when placing this on our dog, it absolutely exceeded all of our expectations. Our 65lb pitbull terrier is terrified of any loud noises (thunder, garbage truck banging outside, bangs from the tv, fireworks, etc.) and will immediately run back to the bedroom to hide until the noises subside. This was how we actually ended up adopting her when she was 6 months old. She apparently took off on July 4th from wherever she was and was found in a rural area by a rescue agency, hungry and scared. We have tried to take her with us on July 4th outings ever since, but it was always panic and run away regardless of what we did to soothe her. We decided to try this device on her yesterday to see how she did. We took the advice on the instructions to work with her wearing it while it was calm. Each time, she seemed completely at ease and would fall asleep with it on. This year, we went to a concert venue where they would be having fireworks overhead. Before the main fireworks show started, there were other neighborhoods and individuals around us that were popping off their own personal fireworks, which were still loud enough to cause a substantial boom. As soon as she heard the first one, she stood up and started pacing around, rapidly looking for an escape route. We immediately placed the hoodie on her and she sat down, then eventually laid down even while fireworks were going on all around us. Simply amazing. I think she even fell asleep at one point. When the main fireworks came on, she sat up and was a bit shaky, but then laid back down but was a bit shaky so we eventually put her in the car with the hoodie on to not cause her too much distress. We could not be more impressed with how well this worked for her considering she typically would definitely not have tolerated the smaller fireworks, let alone most of the larger fireworks show.The quality of the hoodie is nice, thick and strong enough to be a bit snug but not constrictive in any way. For our pup, we purchased a L. The color is bright and vibrant. Overall, it's easy enough to stretch to get it in place but not too tight to where it is uncomfortable. It may not work for all dogs universally, but at the price point, it seems like it'd be worth a shot for those who have anxious dogs. Our other dog could not be any more opposite and is not scared of any noises at all. He sat through the entirety of the fireworks show. Pictures are of one of the trial runs at home and then one at the actual fireworks show.Great product, highly recommend.

Oh my goodness. I’m absolutely ASTONISHED, speechless, grateful beyond belief. The only regret I have is not finding this sooner!!!! I truly could not recommend it more.Both of my dogs have struggled with anxiety since they were puppies.One has had positive results with other remedies, but has still immensely struggled with storms, fireworks, vet visits. The other is extremely reactive, and it’s been defeating trying product after product without any relief whatsoever. UNTIL TODAY. Prescription medications did not help at all, Prozac had no effect after years of trial and error with adjunct therapies. Trazodone, Gabapentin, Benadryl had the opposite effect, causing paradoxical excitation. It’s been heartbreaking seeing him struggle, being on edge, jumpy, barking at every sound, scared terribly of day to day stressors, unable to relax. It’s been years researching for a solution and trying everything from medications, calming treats, pheromone spray/collars/plug-ins, positive reinforcement, training, anxiety vests, snuggle toys, distraction, etc. Nothing has calmed him, until now.When putting this on, I anticipated them trying to take it off/fighting it, but let me tell you - family members & I were all speechless. Both of my pups were immediately calm, fell into a deep REM sleep within 1 minute (not exaggerating).Seeing them both at ease, calm, and resting (let alone when fireworks are already starting for the holiday weekend), is truly incredible. Neither have batted an eye or reacted to any noises or movement.I cannot speak enough praises about this product. The quality, price point, comfort level, mobility, wearability - UNMATCHED.The relief and happiness I feel is overwhelming. I owe you WAY more than a 5 star review. THANK. YOU. from the bottom of my heart. I will be a lifelong customer.

I have a Rescue Chihuahua who developed a Hematoma. So the intent was to keep her from doing the head flip, hence the Ear Flip in order to reduce the damage to her blood vessels in the ear. The product works fine when it remains in place. It does seem to also settle the dog down a bit. The one drawback, it could be a little longer so it would stay in place longer.Update, perhaps 2 weeks have past, when it remains in place it quiets the dog down, the one problem, she knows when we are watching, and when we are not watching she can have it off in a heart beat.

I’m so glad I went with this one. It’s obviously great quality… you can tell immediately. It’s nice and thick, a strong fabric. It’s also very soft. Definitely not scratchy or uncomfortable. I put it on myself before my dog tried it. Haha.Most importantly, of course, is the thickness that ENSURES it will do its intended job of providing comfort and noise reduction. And that it’s comfortable enough that my dog enjoys wearing it and it won’t slip off.We used it immediately… first in the bath in order to reduce ear shaking. (My pup had a hematoma that I do not wish to repeat). Then used again while using the grooming dryer… check. No problems at all with being bothered by the air or noise. I almost can’t wait for the next thunderstorm so I can test it out then! But, again, the quality and thickness gives me high hopes that it will help calm my pup thru that, as well.Great product! I’ve already shared the link with multiple people and told them to accept no cheap imitations! This is the same price as others that are not nearly as well made. I will definitely be purchasing more for my smaller dogs, as well. Thank you!