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Jul-04-2017 04:29 AM
DiskDoctr wrote:dturm wrote:
That jet noise would freak me too!! I remember the days where sonic booms were not unusual. We lived close enough to McDonnell then McDonnell Douglas in StL and the pilots seemed to stretch their legs periodically.
You hit that nail on the head. It's a particular Southwest flight, possibly the same pilot(s).
It's like he's sliding around 3rd base, surely you know the effect 😉
Back OT...for dogs, you can try putting them in a protective stance, where you stand and put them between your legs and gently hold them.
In many situations it allows to be simultaneously protected and protector, but you are still standing firm and without fear. They sync with their owners' feelings and disposition.
If you're anxious, they are anxious. If you're calm, they're...calmer, though maybe not "calm" as we'd like.
My friends have a dog rescue and I often help them calm and stabilize new arrivals and integrate with other animals. Much (most?) fear behavior can be un-learned and almost always lessened to some degree.
No situation is hopeless and no caring owners are helpless. Good luck as you guys comfort your pets 😉
Jul-03-2017 10:05 PM
dturm wrote:
That jet noise would freak me too!! I remember the days where sonic booms were not unusual. We lived close enough to McDonnell then McDonnell Douglas in StL and the pilots seemed to stretch their legs periodically.
Jul-03-2017 09:20 PM
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Jul-03-2017 05:25 PM
dturm wrote:
Spoken by someone who has never had to deal with a pet, child or adult terrified by loud noises.
Jul-03-2017 05:15 PM
dturm wrote:
I envy you folks that live in areas where fireworks sales are limited in some form either in type or time frame. We have always had year 'round sales.
Jul-03-2017 04:58 PM
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Jul-03-2017 02:26 PM
Deb and Ed M wrote:
We call those 2:30 AM explosions "Beer Booms"...
Walter & Garland - Camp Canine caretakers
Miss Inga (aka "Shorty") - 10 y.o. old GSD.
Gen. Gretchen - Joined Rainbow Div., June 27, 2017 at age 13
Gen. Missy - Joined Rainbow Div., June 11,2006 at age 12
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Jul-03-2017 02:22 PM
colliehauler wrote:
... So nice for parents to teach responsible behavior.
Walter & Garland - Camp Canine caretakers
Miss Inga (aka "Shorty") - 10 y.o. old GSD.
Gen. Gretchen - Joined Rainbow Div., June 27, 2017 at age 13
Gen. Missy - Joined Rainbow Div., June 11,2006 at age 12
2018 Montana HC305RL 5th wheel
2018 Silverado HD 6.0L
Jul-03-2017 12:10 PM
DiskDoctr wrote:
Fireworks are awesome!
I wonder if there is something pet owners can do to help their dogs be comforted during fireworks, thunderstorms, or other noises?
I also wonder if it isn't a responsibility of the owners to address these excessive fears and behaviors of their pets, and not the burden of everyone else to walk on eggshells.
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