Pressure wraps like thundershirts provide measurable anxiety reduction in dogs during storms, fireworks, and other stressful events.
Anxiety wraps provide a simple, drug-free intervention for dogs with mild to moderate situational anxiety. Their effectiveness varies between individuals, and they are most useful as part of a comprehensive approach including counterconditioning, safe space provision, and veterinary oversight. For dogs with severe anxiety, wraps alone are insufficient and pharmacological support may be needed.