Dogs with severe thunderstorm aversion often display their intense fear by hiding, cowering, destructiveness, trembling/shaking, self-harm, and more. Sadly, the fear may begin hours before a storm ...

A caring cat flipped stereotypes on their head by comforting a scared dog during a thunderstorm. 11-year-old April, a ...

Dogs will go all out to protect their owners or their favorite hooman. However, they sometimes need protection too. Yes, like humans, these fur babies are also scared of many things, including ...

When storms arrive, your dog can get scared, with the loud noises making some scared. If your dog is nervous in a storm, you might be wondering how to keep them calm as a storm comes your way. With ...

Every Fourth of July, I braced myself for a tough few days. The minute the booms began, my dogs Rocky and Maggie would tremble, pant, pace and stare wide-eyed with panic. While my other dogs snoozed ...

Loud noises and flashing lights are alarming for dogs, especially during thunderstorms and fireworks displays. As a result, many dogs experience overwhelming anxiety and fear. While some dogs aren’t ...

The first time Tammy freaked out, her human had no idea what was happening. It was summer, two years ago, afternoon sun streaming through the windows of the dog’s Port Charlotte home. Suddenly, the ...

For some dogs and cats, fireworks can be just as scary as thunderstorms, with loud booms that can be heard from miles away and from inside a house. With a little planning, pet owners can ensure their ...

Welcome to Pet Peeves, a monthly series that aims to provide pet care solutions and expert advice for challenging scenarios that involve your beloved animal companions. Walks in the rain when you have ...