How To Love Your Dog - Noisy Summer Days and Nights and Your Dog

Happy Fourth of July!

Noisy
Summer
Days and
Nights

Loud noises can happen at any time of the year, but windows are open in the summer and sounds are more easily heard by everyone. Sirens, thunder, firecrackers and fireworks are all sounds that may scare a dog that is usually calm and secure.

Some dogs get very nervous when they hear fireworks or thunderstorms. Some may pace back and forth or panic and try to run away. Some dogs will dig holes or even throw up. It is up to you to help your dog feel safe and secure during times of loud noises.

EvEven a dog that has her own doghouse and bed may get frightened. Your dog may need you to help her calm down.

Find a quiet place for your dog to feel safe and secure whenever there are loud, scary noises. You might even play some soft music. It may relax your dog and also drown out some of the noise.

If your family goes somewhere away from home to watch fireworks, leave your dog home. You can have someone stay there with her. Or be sure to keep your dog somewhere she can't get out if she becomes frightened. Lock her in the house if there's a chance she could dig under or jump over the outside fence.

Many loud noises happen at night. Thunderstorms can happen at any time. The best thing you can do to assure the safe return of your dog if he does get scared and run away, is always, always, always be sure your dog is wearing an ID tag with your name, address and phone number and your dog's name.
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What Dogs Cost	Obedience Lessons	Keeping Safe
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