August Newsletter

Posted by: | Posted on: August 11, 2015

Here is a sneak peak of the August Newsletter. The full newsletter can be viewed on the 2015 Newsletter link under the “About Our Shelter” tab above! Hope you enjoy!

 

HEADING BACK TO SCHOOL

The end of summer means an empty house for many families. While parents may enjoy a break from the kids, it may be a different story for our dogs. Here are some tips on how you can make the transition from summer to school easier for your pets.

About a week before the kids return to school, begin getting your dog used to their absence. This is best accomplished by leaving your dog home for short trips. Ideally, leave them inside early in the morning to simulate school time.

THUNDERSTORM PHOBIA

Thunderstorm phobia or anxiety in dogs is a fairly common and very real problem for many dogs. Dogs with thunderstorm phobia become extremely frantic and overwhelmed with fear during storms. Astraphobia is the technical term for this: the fear of thunder and lightning. Owners who see their dogs experiencing this fear usually feel helpless and frustrated.

There is no way to know for certain what causes a dog to become afraid of thunderstorms. However, based on what we do know about dogs, we can speculate.





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