Health & WellbeingMy dog has always been afraid of thunders and would whine even at the slightest hint of a thunderstorm. He would be whining all throughout inconsolably so. We tried calming treats, Thunder shirt, and the likes none work. And we don’t know how to hel
Hello, Thunderstorm and noise phobias can be really frustrating in pets. Many animals benefit from anti-anxiety medications to help them cope through stormy nights. This would be something you would need to talk to your veterinarian about. A calming canine pheromone product called Adaptil may also be helpful. During the storm itself, you can try to drown out the noise of the storm with white noise or calming classical music, keep him away from any of the windows where he can see the lightning flashes, and- to an extent- let him do what he wants to cope through the storm. Some dogs like to go into a small room, like a closet or bathroom, or their kennel during storms. There is nothing wrong with them picking a comfortable spot and bringing them their favorite bedding or toys to the area may be helpful as well. If Choco wants to cuddle and stay with you the whole time, that is also fine. Remember to stay calm yourself, as Choco will feed off of your energy as well. For a long term
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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