My Golden Retriever is like a skittish cat when it comes to loud noises. She scares easily and I don't know what to do for her, but let her know it's OK and I'm here comforting her. You can imagine what the 4th of July is like! Thunder even gets her going. Practically any loud strange noise freaks her out. If anyone has any suggestions please feel free to write it as a tip, as I read them everyday when I get my email. Thanks!
The mother of a scared and darling Golden Retriever.
By Hearts1 from San Diego, CA
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There is a new product out called "Thunder Coat" or something like that. It is a snug-fitting jacket that they wear. I've talked to people who use them and they say they are wonderful. You can google it.
I also have a dog afraid of loud noises. We got him a "thunder shirt" which did help. For really bad times, like to 4th of July fireworks, the vet gave us a prescription sedative called alprazolam, gave him 1 pill a half hour before the shooting of fireworks started. He fell asleep and never knew it happened! This is a last resort fix, not to be used on a regular basis, but it sure made our holiday more fun.
The absolute worst thing you can do is coddle your dog and pet it. What you are doing is reinforcing that it is ok for your dog to be afraid. Just act calm and self assured and your dog will pick up on it. Thundershirts, medication, etc may sometimes be necessary for difficult cases.
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My dog is 6 years old and we got her 1 week ago. She is so scared of loud noises like the vacuum, when trucks drive by, and little shining decorations for Christmas. She is scared of the turtles and boys, when she sees it she barks so loud or runs away from it. She is so sweet though. What should we do?
By Juster from Phoenix
