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multigraincracker

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3. My dad use to raise and train hunting dogs.

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Sat May 3, 2025, 08:52 AM

May 3

As pups he would start with a cap gun and make a bang every time he fed them. Then he would gradually increase the loudness. They be so happy every time they heard a loud bang like a gun or thunder.

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? Anyone ever try the thunder headband for your dog. [View all] Duncanpup May 3 OP

I haven't seen that... The thundershirts do work for a lot of dogs... hlthe2b May 3 #1

The thundershirts worked for my dogs SouthernIrish May 3 #2

My dad use to raise and train hunting dogs. multigraincracker May 3 #3

Our old white lab was absolutely terrified of loud noises. lark May 3 #4

Not tried the headband... Christian255 May 3 #5

While our dog is afraid of storms and the thundershirt helps radical noodle May 3 #6

My big ole German Shepard/ Akita mix Muzzy Figarosmom May 4 #7

Muzzy was the best boy. Duncanpup May 4 #8