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Dog scared of thunder? Thunder shirt failed. What else can help?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 10 months old | 9 lbs

Loco is scared of thunder I've tried the thunder t-shirt but it doesn't help plus they are expensive. What can I give loco just to keep calm he weighs 9lbs ... What other options is there

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on August 14th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This is commonly known as noise phobia. Actually one of my own dogs suffers from this so I will also tell you based on my experience. These types of behaviors can be modified with the help of dog behaviorists who specialize in these types of conditions. These specialists are hard to find as there are not many in the country. In my case, the thunder shirt helped my dog to the point that she acts pretty much normal with it on. There are medications like Trazodone that can help reduce anxiety. This is something that you can obtain from your veterinarian and is likely going to help reduce the anxiety caused by the thunder. Good luck and have a great day!

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    Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

    Licensed Veterinary Technician

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    There are pheromone products and calming supplements that may decrease any anxiety. Products include the Adaptil collar or DAP plug in diffusers, Zylkene or other calming chews. Distraction with play, tasks or white noise machines can also help him through the storms. For severe cases, your veterinarian can prescribe Sileo or other medications to give before a storm. The link below leads to an article in the PetCoach Library that may provide more information. https://www.petcoach.co/article/5-products-for-pets-with-noise-anxiety/

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