We were curious about the effectiveness of the popular ThunderShirt pet gear, so our staffers tried it out.

In an effort to find an alternative method to keep her dog calm, Bussey tried using the Thundershirt on Spunky. The results were instant. "Look at her - look at her like lay down," said Bussey as ...

For about $40, the Thundershirt claims to calm dogs' fears, quiet their barking and other nervous behaviors. So, does it really do that? "I think it does to an extent," says Weiss.

Talking with ThunderWorks' Phil Blizzard about inventing the ThunderShirt, a wrap to calm dogs' anxieties, and turning that idea into a business.

Without the Thundershirt Roxy was so excited she was jumping up and down and biting her leash, and nearly took off after a flock of ducks, pulling her owner behind her.

Phil Blizzard, the creator of the Thundershirt, had tried everything from training to sedatives to calm his golden doodle Dosi's fear of thunder and fireworks.

Do fireworks make your dog anxious? You can use a scarf, long fabric or even a bandage to DIY an anxiety vest for your pup.

The ThunderShirt for dogs calms pet anxiety caused by noisy storms and fireworks. Say goodbye to pet stress!

If you have a very anxious dog who is fearful of thunderstorms or loud noises or who freaks when visitors come to the house, that can be a handful for anyone to deal with.

The Thundershirt is a snug, fabric coat that applies a firm hug said to have a calming effect on many dogs. Available in seven sizes and three colors, the shirt can be custom-embroidered.