The vest comes in varying sizes, so there is an option for all dogs
When it comes to Halloween season and the colder months, the transition can be a tough time for furry friends. Dogs can become anxious with loud noises, such as fireworks, or from being left alone or separated from their owners for periods of time, which is why over 100 people have bought an anxiety jacket for their pets on Amazon.
The HEYWEAN Dog Anxiety Jacket is now down to £18.47 from £19.99 on Amazon for the large size, saving buyers 8% off their purchase. This vest comes in the colours navy or olive and a range of other sizes – XS to XXXL – which are priced differently.
The jacket is designed to reduce dogs’ anxiety during thunderstorms, fireworks, vet visits, separation and travel. It also has a soft, stretchy collar that can be worn as a turtleneck or a hood to ensure that dogs feel comfortable and secure in stressful environments – and according to Amazon, the cosy, snug fit is meant to mimic ‘a comforting hug’.
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No matter what size the dog is, shoppers are sorted as it comes with adjustable straps for a customised fit, and it has a convenient velcro design. When walking outdoors, the jacket is fully equipped as it has reflective strips on the back.
Another option for dog owners is the ThunderShirt Calming Wrap from Adaptil, which is said to work with a gentle pressure method, like ‘swaddling an infant’, to help reduce fear or anxiety for dogs. This wrap comes in sizes XS to XL, varying in price from £23.63 to £26.25, depending on the size chosen, and has been rated highly on the website by previous buyers.
The HEYWEAN Dog Anxiety Jacket is available from Amazon
From £,16.71 (prices vary depending on the size)
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According to Amazon, the cosy, snug fit is meant to mimic ‘a comforting hug’
For a simple but stylish option for dogs, there’s the Multi Stripe Boucle Knitted Dog Jumper With Wool from Next, priced between £18 and £26 – though this is just a jumper and not designed to combat anxiety. The jumper comes in the sizes XS to XL, although the XS is currently unavailable, and it features a multi-coloured striped design.
The HEYWEAN Dog Anxiety Jacket has been rated a high 4.3 out of five stars from over 100 reviews. One person said: “This is a great product… it turned my doggo into a navy seal. It really helped with all of the loud fireworks and unlike most products the velcro is super sticky… good luck getting it off… which is perfect for your dog to feel like it’s being held (when) fireworks are going off for weeks on end.”
Another said: “Our dog was happy enough to have it on and it seems to have a calming effect.” A third wrote: “This is absolutely brilliant. My Mollie was sick every time we took her in the car, but using this we went on a four-hour journey to meet family and she was not sick at all, very impressed.”
Some others slightly disagreed and said it wasn’t fully effective for their anxious dogs. For example this person said: “My dog’s fear for fireworks is too strong, so it won’t stop him shaking and (being) scared, unfortunately, but it’s well made and easy to put it on and fits securely.”
Another said: “My dog liked the jacket but was not keen on the hood. He kept scratching it around his neck. I thought the hood was separate but it is attached which is a shame. Nonetheless, good value for money.”
The HEYWEAN Dog Anxiety Jacket is available from Amazon.
