Need Help! Hootie & Hobbs Are Freaking Out!

[simonandhallie]

Awwwww how are the babies today? I'm so sorry that happened but it's not your fault, you didn't know they would be doing that. And seriously if anyone was in my apartment complex setting off fireworks I'd be mad about that. And I'm fairly sure it will probably happen tonight. I'm crossing my fingers that it rains like it's supposed to!!

I hope you have a peaceful, quiet day and night~

[daisy mae06]

Originally Posted by yorkiemalt

I'll have to look into that....Calm Moments? Did you say you got it at Petsmart?

Phoebi has prescription Xanax and Valium but by the time the storm hits and I give it to her, it's too late. Then she's so drugged up (no matter how little I give her) I have to worry about her falling and hurting herself.

yes a Petsmart the is a golden retreiver on the bottle and you can give a 5 pound yorkie a 1/4 tab If they are teapots 10 pounds or bigger you can do a 1/2 and you only need to give once a day and they act normal thats the best part

[diggy4]

Originally Posted by daisy mae06

OMG sorry that has happend.. here is what I just posted in another thread but altho it is to late may help ya a little.


Nearly two out of every three single-family homes in this country have a dog, according to industry surveys.
Portland ranks No.1 as the best all-around city for dogs in America (Dog Fancy magazine, October 2006). That means there are a lot of dogs and a lot of dog lovers in this area. So while Independence Day can be a fun celebration for us humans, it can be very traumatic for our dogs.
Dogs don’t like fireworks. Bangs, explosions and bright lights accompanied by screams, sirens and howling dogs create fear and confusion. It is not unusual for dogs to run away from home after being frightened by fireworks. Here are some tips to protect your dogs and keep them safe:
n Don’t leave your dogs outside; bring them inside to protect them. If this is not possible, cover the crate or kennel with a blanket to offer some protection from the bright flashes and loud bangs. Remember that a dog’s sense of hearing is acute.
n Keep you dog confined, and don’t let him answer the front door. Your dog may be under significant stress, which may result in unnecessary injury to innocent parties or cause your dog to dart out though the front door and get lost.
n Create a special “den” where your dog feels safe. A properly introduced crate or kennel can be a great den for your dog.
n Keep windows and curtains closed to reduce noises and bright flashes.
n Turn on the TV, radio or a fan to distract your dog from the loud noises outside and to help it relax. Classical music has shown to be the most calming.
n It may be hard, but try to stay with your pet during the majority of the fireworks duration. A dog can often react differently to a bang when you are not there.
n Always have ID securely on your dog in case your dog gets out. Talk to your vet about micro-chipping your dog. Make sure that your vet hospital and/or animal shelter have recent information in their databases about you and your pet.


I use calm moments for mine you can get it at Petsmart.
for about $10.00

Great post! Very informative and easy to read! Loved it. Although my dogs dont care about the bang of fire works I get asked what to do all the time! Ill definately keep the "safe den" in mind!

[paulapoo]

My sister said her neighbors Golden busted through their fence last night. His people weren't even home. Evidentally they will do whatever they can to "get away". good luck everyone. Happy 4th of July!!!