Fear Of Thunder
To be afraid of thunder is not uncommon among pets. What is unusual
is how you might consider helping your dog through these difficult
times.
Petting your whining dog in an attempt to comfort may in fact be
the wrong thing to do. In essence, you are reinforcing the whining
behavior during the storm.
Instead, try distracting the dog by inviting him to do something
else and praising that activity. And importantly, make sure your
dog is in a safe place in the home away from windows and other glass...just
to make sure his fear will not lead to injury.
For the really terrified pet, consult your veterinarian for medications
that can be used during a thunderstorm.
From--http://pets.yahoo.com/pets/dogs/hn/grooming_your_dog
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