Did you know that some dogs are afraid of loud noises including thunder? Is your dog one of those? If so, there are ways you can help your dog become less anxious during thunder storms. One of the first things to do is to talk with your vet about your dog’s behavior. If your dog shows extreme forms of anxiety such as pacing, panting, and sweating, please notify your vet immediately. Your dog may need some medication to help him in his anxiety. In cases where the anxiety levels aren’t high you can try a few things on your own. For instance, try distracting your dog from the source of the noise whether it’s thunder, the vacuum cleaner or a train going by. Help him focus on something else by playing a game indoors, working on his training skills, etc. Don’t coddle your dog as this could encourage the anxiety. Learn more here or call your vet London, ON.
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