Sat Jul 2, 2022, 06:23 PM
SheltieLover (43,621 posts)
How to use Ace bandage to help stressed canines amidst fireworks
https://www.k9ofmine.com/diy-thundershirt/#Option_1_Use_an_Ace_Bandage_to_Create_a_Wrap
This strategy comes from the TTouch Wrap technique and is used successfully by many owners to calm stressed-out canines. 1. Start by placing the middle of an ace bandage across your dog’s chest. The size of bandage you use will depend on your dog’s size – use narrow bandages for small dogs, and wide for large dogs. 2. Next, bring both ends of the bandage up and cross them over your dog’s shoulders. Cross the bandage of the top of your dog’s shoulder blades, then cross the loose ends of the bandage under your dog’s stomach." 3. Lastly, tie the loose ends over the top of the lower back, away from the spine. You want to aim for snug, but not constricting – the pressure should feel like a nice hug! More at link, including pix of what the wrap looks like. Hugs to youd terrified puppers.  
On edit: fixed #×, thx to Cowbell! Ty! 
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Author | Time | Post |
 How to use Ace bandage to help stressed canines amidst fireworks (Original post) |
SheltieLover | Jul 2 | OP |
| More_Cowbell | Jul 2 | #1 | |
| SheltieLover | Jul 2 | #2 | |
| RainCaster | Jul 2 | #3 | |
| SheltieLover | Jul 3 | #6 | |
| Random Boomer | Jul 3 | #4 | |
| SheltieLover | Jul 3 | #7 | |
| Duncanpup | Jul 3 | #5 | |
| SheltieLover | Jul 3 | #8 |
Response to SheltieLover (Original post)
Sat Jul 2, 2022, 06:28 PM
More_Cowbell (2,112 posts)
1. Here's step 2
Response to More_Cowbell (Reply #1)
Sat Jul 2, 2022, 06:35 PM
SheltieLover (43,621 posts)
2. Ty so much! Fixed in op, with credit to you.
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I saw article that many qre switching to drone light shows. I wish fireworks were outlawed.
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Response to SheltieLover (Original post)
Sat Jul 2, 2022, 07:18 PM
RainCaster (8,769 posts)
3. TY - I live between 2 reservations
Response to RainCaster (Reply #3)
Sun Jul 3, 2022, 02:25 PM
SheltieLover (43,621 posts)
6. Also, Rescue Remedy or 5-Flower Essence might help
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Nearly all rescues use it. Works at emotional level on trauma.
I hope this helps your pupper!  |
Response to SheltieLover (Original post)
Sun Jul 3, 2022, 07:43 AM
Random Boomer (3,947 posts)
4. Thundershirts are also great
Response to Random Boomer (Reply #4)
Sun Jul 3, 2022, 02:28 PM
SheltieLover (43,621 posts)
7. Yes! This is based on Thundershirt, which is based on TTouch
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Lots cheaper & more readily available for many folks.
Also, gently stroking dog's ears from base to tip helps. Also TTouch. Great stuff! Thx for sharing! |
Response to SheltieLover (Original post)
Sun Jul 3, 2022, 02:22 PM
5. Will try tomorrow thank you Sheltie lover
Response to Duncanpup (Reply #5)
Sun Jul 3, 2022, 02:30 PM
SheltieLover (43,621 posts)
8. Yw, Dunc
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Also, stroking ears from base to tip, very gently, as if you are feeling a rose petal, is another TTouch technique that helps.
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