How to Calm your Dog During a Thunderstorm

Dogs are great, but having your carpets soiled when your dog gets scared isn't. follow these steps.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• T.V./ radio
• quiet room
• dog crait
• dog treats
• tranquilizers (optional)

1. Plan ahead. If you are aware of a storm coming, prepare. Move your dogs crate into a room where it feels safe. If you like, ask your vet about tranquilizers. This will numb the dog and relax it.

2. Once the storm begins, if your dog gets scared, try to calm him/her down. turn up the t.v./radio to block out sound. Play with your dog. If you ignore the noise, it will to. Reward good behavior with dog treats.

3. If your dog still doesn't calm down move it to its crate in its "safe place" keep the t.v./radio close by and comfort your dog.

4. Once the storm ends, show your dog that there was nothing to be scared of. After the dog gets used to storms, you should not have to worry about messes.

Tips & Warnings

• Have urine remover and paper towels ready. Dogs like to urinate on absorbent surfaces such as carpet.