Melly Posted July 30, 2017 Share Posted July 30, 2017 Hi all, we are having some noise anxiety issues with our Grey and are going to try a Thundershirt. I haven't found one locally, so I'm going to order it, but I'm not sure what size to get. The Thundershirt FAQs only give the size chart in weight. She is a 75lb female with a chest circumference of 30.5" Can anyone give me any info about the sizes you've used with your Greyhounds? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted July 30, 2017 Share Posted July 30, 2017 We have an extra large which we bought for our 85 lb boy. I would say, at least a large. Even an XL and you could pull the velcro tighter. They do sell them at Bed Bath and Beyond which would make for an easier return if needed. We bought ours from NGAP. The items is guaranteed or your money back. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted July 30, 2017 Share Posted July 30, 2017 For my 73 and 65 lb greyhounds the Large would fit ok except at the chest. That front band needs to be a little be longer. I've thought about stitching it so the velcro won't pop. The XL fit ok at the chest but seemed loose over the body. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Rita the podenco maneta, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted July 31, 2017 Share Posted July 31, 2017 Conner is around 80 lbs and wears an XL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliemac Posted July 31, 2017 Share Posted July 31, 2017 Go with XL The large is tiny ... it fits my 60# greyhound (barely), and fits a senior girly who weighs about ~55# pretty well. We've had good luck augmenting the Thundershirt with Lavender Oil (topically) and Melatonin (3mg, dosed an hour before the storms if possible). And if you are 'into' essential oils, Dr. Melissa Shelton (the Oily Vet ... www.animaleo.info) offers a lovely oil called Calm-A-Mile which works wonderfully for storm phobic dogs and also in travels. You can also get Bach's Rescue Remedy (I like the FES Five Flowers version of the same blend) in more natural grocery/health stores (use the liquid). good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melly Posted July 31, 2017 Author Share Posted July 31, 2017 Thanks for your replies, everyone! I checked and my local Bed, Bath, and Beyond didn't have them either, so I ordered one today - based on your suggestions, I went with the XL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted July 31, 2017 Share Posted July 31, 2017 Just now seeing this, but Sweep is 63 lbs and the L is very snug and short on her, so XL was a good call! Quote Rachel with littermates Doolin and Willa, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our beautiful, feisty, silly Sweep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melly Posted August 4, 2017 Author Share Posted August 4, 2017 Hi all, we received Pepper's thundershirt today and the XL fits great! I'll report back in a few weeks about whether we've had any success with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3greytjoys Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Aw, Pepper is adorable! Hope the Thundershirt helps her feel better. Thanks for the photo we always love seeing them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melly Posted October 9, 2017 Author Share Posted October 9, 2017 I just wanted to update in case someone comes across this thread looking for info: we ended up returning the Thundershirt, because it didn't seem to have any effect on Pepper. As an alternative, we are working on some sound desensitization using youtube Thunderstorm sounds played through the stereo and pigs ears to chew on whenever we play the sounds. We started out with the sound very low and she is tolerating louder and louder sessions, so I think we are making progress! She also did really well in Hurricane Irma. The only time she got really freaked out was when the transformer blew in our yard, but that scared the humans too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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