what do you do if your dog is scared of thunder storms, fireworks etc?

Answer 1

I had a dog that fits that description. First, we would try to avoid fireworks, etc. When there were thunderstorms, we would try and comfort him, pet him, distract him so that he didn't notice as much. Once we were in Southern Oregon for the 4th of July. Just off the coast we (my brother, our dog, and I) climbed the sand dunes. Probably a couple miles. We set off some bottle rockets and a few minutes later, noticed that our dog was gone (this is how we found out he was afraid of fireworks). Of course, we freaked, and ran around looking for him. He wasn't the smartest of dogs so we were very worried. Finally we ran back towards the ocean and car and there he was. We were much relieved and never shot off fireworks in front of him again. What a great dog.

Answer 2

Whenever someone comes in with a problem like this, long car ride, fourth of july, thunder storms, anything that would cause a dog to either just completely flip out or bark or both, we usually prescribe them with a drug called acepromazine. This drug is completely safe, i use it on one of my dogs myself whenever theres a thunder storm or there are fireworks going off. Its just a mild sedative, it wont completely knock them out, but it will keep them from barking and freaking out and possibly hurting themselves. The drug is also relatively cheap. This would be my recommendation for your case. If you dont want to spend the money or go to the vet for the drug, i dont know what else to tell you, might try looking on the internet for something, but honestly this would be the best route to take. Good luck and hope this helps.

Answer 3

Thunderstorm anxiety is such a frustrating problem. I know, I have a lab/husky mix who is terrified of any loud noises! During really severe storms we have to sedate her with meds from our veterinarian.
One of the best things you could do would be to send her through special training. Try www.barkbusters.com They offer all different kinds of training programs, and use techniques similar to those of the The Dog Whisperer.
It will take a lot of work, and desensitization exercises to get your dog over this problem. But it is possible! In the meantime talk to your vet about getting sedatives for him/her.

Answer 4

My dog is the same way, and I know lots of others that are also afraid. Sit by her/him and pet her when it's thundering out, or there are fireworks going off. Hold her/him close to you....she/he will feel safer. Put them on your lap. Put the TV on or some music to distract them from the noise outside. Just let them know you are there for them.

Answer 5

I use a natural remedy that I put on her tongue...(a few drops are enough) when the storm is starting or any other kind of loud noise that she might be scared of.
The product is called " Bach Flower Remedies " you can find in most natural stores.
Good luck.
P.S Bach Flower Remedies are also good for human whatever your problem...

Answer 6

Close all doors and leave windows opened just a little bit or try to get him some space where he won't get hurt until the thundering stops.

Answer 7

Let them go to whatever room or place in the house they want. One of mine went to the basement, the one I have now went t an upstairs bedroom. Under no circumstances let them outside because they are inclined to try to run away from the sound.

Answer 8

just comfort him and talk to him, also you can go to a room and turn a fan on to try to drown out the noise, my baby is afraid of thunder too

Answer 9

Set off some firecrackers outside his bedroom window.

Answer 10

we used to have an alaskan malamute who was terrified of thunder storms. we played classical music for him, and he
completely relaxed. it was really quite fascinating.