My dog panics during storms. How can I calm her and what helps?

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my dog has a kind of panic attack befor and after a storm,how could i calm her down,is there something i could give her?any ideas. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Poor Bunny! Thunderstorm phobia is a common problem in dogs. I would recommend talking to your veterinarian about prescription anti-anxiety medication for her to take before a storm, such as alprazolam or trazodone - these meds are very effective for many dogs, and can help tremendously with their fear. In terms of over-the-counter options, you could try a natural calming supplement like Zylkene or Composure along with a DAP (dog appeasing pheromone) collar - these can be purchased at some pet stores, or ordered online without a prescription. In my experience, however, these rarely make a difference for dogs with severe thunderstorm phobia - prescription meds are usually needed to provide any significant relief.

My dog panics during storms. How can I calm her and what helps?

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