Loud noises and flashing lights are alarming for dogs, especially during thunderstorms and fireworks displays. As a result, many dogs experience overwhelming anxiety and fear. While some dogs aren’t ...
For some dogs and cats, fireworks can be just as scary as thunderstorms, with loud booms that can be heard from miles away and from inside a house. With a little planning, pet owners can ensure their ...
Keep pets indoors in a safe area during storms. Provide distractions, such as enrichment activities, or calming aids like compression vests. Consider professional services like pet sitters if your pet ...
Every Fourth of July, I braced myself for a tough few days. The minute the booms began, my dogs Rocky and Maggie would tremble, pant, pace and stare wide-eyed with panic. While my other dogs snoozed ...
Loud noises from thunder in North Texas storms can freak out pets but there are ways to calm them down. Anastasia Lashkevich pexels.com If your pup gets anxious during roaring North Texas ...
Dogs experience anxiety similarly to humans, which can manifest in destructive behaviors. Early intervention is crucial for managing dog anxiety, and recognizing signs of stress is important. Creating ...
AGAWAM, Mass. (WWLP) – This time of year, the weather can sometimes be perfect for taking your dog to the local dog park to run around and play, but the weather can also influence your dog’s mood and ...
If you’ve ever spent a loud thunderstorm or the Fourth of July crouched in the bathroom with a shaking dog and your phone volume cranked to “ocean sounds,” you’re not alone. That’s exactly the kind of ...
Pet owners who've had to cope with an anxious dog will tell you it can be a real challenge. Whether it's separation anxiety, loud noises or the dreaded thunderstorms and fireworks, these issues can ...
It can be difficult to watch your pets suffer with anxiety during thunderstorms, but experts say there are things you can do to help calm them during bad weather. Dogs share many of the same emotions ...