A friend who is a dog trainer and I were discussing my husky who hates thunderstorms! I was advised to rub her coat down with a dryer sheet to prevent the static from building up in her coat. It was also mentioned that if you have a dog who has issues riding in the car, it could be because of the static in the car. Try rubbing them down with the dryer sheets. I did try it before a storm and she was much calmer.
Very interesting therapy. My dogs are greyhounds so fur and static are not a problem. A vet once suggested valerian root as a sedative for dogs bothered by thunder. It works and is available without prescription at places like Wal-Mart.
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06/27/2009
This may sound like a strange suggestion but there is a harpist who has recorded a relaxation CD and of course it is all harp music. We have played this CD for an older dog who was at the point of needing to be sedated during storms. The harpist's name is Amy Camie. Her Website is www.amycamie.com. If you choose the tab labeled gift ideas, the name of the album is New Love. I have used this myself to help me get to sleep. It has really worked.
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06/26/2009
That sounds great! What an easy remedy to try! Robyn