Thunderstorms: Five Tips to Calm Your Dog

Does your pet turn into a scaredy-dog during thunderstorms? If so, he’s certainly not alone. Thunderstorm anxiety affects many dogs and can often increase as they age. With symptoms ranging from barking and chewing to self-injury, it can be a serious problem for both dog and owner.

When Your Dog Is Afraid of Storms

Thunderstorm phobia in dogs is real, not uncommon, and shouldn’t be ignored, experts say.

“Most of the time they don’t grow out of it on their own, and many will get worse with time if nothing is done,” says Matt Peuser, DVM, a veterinarian at Olathe Animal Hospital in Kansas.

Why does storm phobia happen, and what can you do if your dog suffers from it?

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