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How to Help Dogs with Thunderstorm Anxiety (Storm Phobia)
June 30, 2018
If your dog is anxious during a thunderstorm, he/she is likely suffering from storm phobia. Dogs with thunder anxiety will often display unwanted and destructive behaviors during a storm, and in serious cases, dogs can harm themselves.
This article will provide tips for reducing thunderstorm anxiety in dogs. These tips can also apply to dogs frightened by fireworks.
Behaviorists are not sure what part of the storm frightens dogs most. Some dogs seem to sense a storm before it even happens, perhaps due to the sudden drop in air pressure or the electrical charge in the air. Others react to lightning, wind, and heavy rain and not thunder sounds.
Some breeds may be predisposed to fearing storms. Working and sporting breeds such as Border Collies, German Shepherds, Beagles and Basset Hounds, appear to be more likely to develop a storm phobia than other breeds. This could be because these dogs are genetically bred to react quickly to stimuli. Therefore, storms and loud noises over-stimulate their senses.
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Storm phobias are also more likely to develop in shelter and rescue dogs. This may be due to the fact that rescue animals have suffered abuse or trauma in their pasts, or because they may not have been well socialized and exposed early on to a wide variety of sights and sounds.
The absence of early-life experiences and exposures to stimuli can make dogs more anxious and prone to all kinds of phobias.
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Perfect Homemade Dog Biscuits
November 27, 2017
This article was submitted to DogHeirs by Ally FurAnimals
Like many of you, I’ve been looking for ways to save money without compromising my dog’s healthy diet. I decided to try making homemade treats, and I am SO glad I did! It is wonderful to only have to go to your freezer when the pups run out of cookies rather than the pet store…after checking your account balance first, lol!
Here is a very healthy and DELICIOUS recipe for cookies for your furbabies. I have sampled these treats with many ‘picky’ eaters and it’s a hit every single time, everyone asks for this recipe! All it takes is a few hours on a weekend day to make enough for a couple months! (This time of the year, I like to make REALLY big batches to last all summer to avoid turning the oven on when it’s hot out)
Leave out what your dog(s) will go through in a week or two and freeze the rest for later. 
Have fun!!
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Big Bullmastiff Is Hilariously Clueless That He’s Too Big To Be A Lap Dog
Meech weighs 160 pounds, but apparently nobody has told him he’s too big to be a lap dog.
The enormous Bullmastiff loves nothing more than climbing onto his favorite people, cuddling close and carrying around the same sweet habits he had as a puppy. His owner, Dorit, knows that his size can be intimidating to strangers, but spend a little time with Meech and his gentle personality quickly becomes impossible to miss.
Despite his powerful build, Meech is sweet, docile and happiest when he’s close to the people he loves. He also seems completely unaware that 160 pounds is a little too much for a lap.
And then there’s the other side of Meech—the part that makes his imposing appearance even harder to take seriously.
This giant dog can be surprisingly nervous around perfectly harmless household objects. Toothbrushes and massage tools, for example, can leave him looking downright suspicious. He has also held onto one adorable puppy habit. Meech loves to suckle on his stuffed toys, settling down with them as though he’s still the little puppy Dorit brought home. And apparently, being 160 pounds doesn’t mean he has outgrown pajamas, either.
To Dorit, those quirks are part of what makes Meech so special. She considers him her best friend and says he has genuinely changed her life, bringing her affection, comfort and companionship every day.
Photographer’s Striking Portraits of Black Dogs Aim to Thwart Black Dog Syndrome.
October 21, 2019
Photographer Fred Levy took a photo series he calls Black Dogs Project after a conversation he had about how homeless black dogs have a harder time getting adopted than other dogs. The phenomenon is often referred to as “Black Dog Syndrome” or “Big Black Dog Syndrome” among animal rescuers.
Denver is a therapy dog and was a first responder for the Boston Marathon bombings. Fred Levy
Black dogs appear to be adopted at a much lower rate than other homeless dogs. Although there is no scientific study that proves there is, in fact, such a stigma, animal shelters notice potential adopters often overlook black dogs – especially the bigger, mixed breeds in favor of other fur-colored ones.
So Levy wanted to highlight black dogs by taking high-quality images to bring attention to the issue and show the dogs in all their glory.
Fred Levy
The phenomenon is often referred to as “Black Dog Syndrome” among animal rescuers. Black dogs appear to be adopted at a much lower rate than other homeless dogs. Although there is no scientific study that proves there is, in fact, such a stigma, animal shelters notice potential adopters often overlook black dogs.
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How to Trim Your Dog’s Nails and Why Long Toenails are Harmful to Your Dog’s Health
One of the key ways to maintain your dog’s general health is to cut his/her nails regularly. Bridget Wessel is a foster for Italian Greyhound Rescue and teaches canine agility. She explains why cutting your dog’s nails is so important in maintaining joint and bone health and shares some tips on how to properly trim your dog’s nails.
Some dogs hate nail trimming, others merely tolerate it, almost none like it. Some dogs need tranquilizers to make it through the process without biting, while others sleep through the procedure without a care. No matter what your dog’s personal take is on nail clipping, it is something you should do for your dogs regularly to keep from harming their skeletal structure.
A dog’s nails are important parts of their anatomy. Unlike cats, dog claws are not weapons, but are used when he runs to grip the ground when accelerating and turning corners. Outdoor dogs run around enough over different surfaces and wear their own nails down. But our house-bound companions don’t get that natural wear from carpet, hardwood, or vinyl flooring.
Having long nails changes the way a dog carries himself. The diagram below shows how a long nail causes the bones in the foot to flatten and the Metacarpal, Phalanx I and Phalanx II bones to sit more angled every time the dog walks or stands.
Left: proper alignment with short toenail. Right: angled alignment because of long toenail. Image provided by Dr. Lisa Kluslow
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How to Make Homemade Jack-O-Lantern Dog Treats for Halloween
October 27, 2018
If you are looking for a Halloween treat that your dogs will love, you will want to check out these DIY dog treats that are in the shape of Jack-o-lanterns and made from pumpkin and peanut butter!
Gone to the Snow Dogs loves to treat her huskies to homemade treats and in this video she shows how to make these easy treats that she says are a “hit” with her dogs.
The ingredients she uses for this recipe are:
2 cups of wheat flour
3/4 cup pumpkin (plain, no sugar)
1/2 cup peanut butter (no sugar, no xylitol)
1 tbsp coconut oil
1/2 tsp baking powder
few drops food coloring (optional)
candy melts (note: these contain sugar and are optional)
yogurt chips (note: these contain sugar and are optional)
- Equipment:
- parchment paper
- rolling pin
- Jack O Lantern cookie cutters
- cookie tray
Preheat the oven to 375.
Bake for 25 minutes, then let sit for around 2 hours in oven with heat off.
Watch the video for the full step-by-step of the cookie recipe (and enjoy watching the Huskies eat the treats!)
It should be noted that Gone to the Snow Dogs cautions, “I’m neither a vet nor an animal nutritionist, so it’s advisable to consult with your own authority when trying new foods, and also to ensure that your dog’s home cooked diet is balanced and includes all of the nutrients that are necessary for your dog’s health. As with ALL treats, feed in moderation, and don’t feed anything to your dogs that you don’t feel comfortable feeding them. These are treats, not meal replacements.”
Woman Goes For A Run And Comes Home With A Dog | The Dodo
Imagine finding this little ball of fluff in a trash bag 🥺💓
Sawna wasn’t sure she was ready for another dog, but Cedar’s goofy personality and instant bond with Aspen made saying no almost impossible. Before long, he’d made himself part of the family.
Sawna wasn’t sure she was ready for another dog, but Cedar’s goofy personality and instant bond with Aspen made saying no almost impossible. Before long, he’d made himself part of the family.
He followed her for hundreds of miles ❤️🩹
Reka met Lycian while traveling, and somehow he just kept following her. Hundreds of miles later, she realized how much they had in common, and the determined dog she met along the way became her soulmate.
Published by The Dodo
10th October 2026
10th October 2026
Dog Nearly Passed Over For Being “Too Fearful” Becomes A World Traveler | The Dodo
From being scared of everything to exploring the world with his mom 🥹
Jill took a chance on Hershey when his fear nearly kept him from finding a home.
Published by The Dodo
3rd October 2026
3rd October 2026
Dog sleeps during day to care for diabetic friend at night
Published by GeoBeats Animals
30th September 2026
She Was Born Different, But This Golden Retriever Is Unstoppable!
Meet Munty, an adorable three-legged golden retriever who proves that a limb deformity can't stop a happy puppy.
When a vet nurse and her partner first brought home a puppy with a deformity, they knew she was special. Despite the challenges, Munty has grown into an incredibly energetic and joyful dog who loves to play just as much as any other pet.
Published by We Love Animals
5th October 2026
Owners Wanted Their 6-Year-Old Dog Put Down After Replacing Him | The Dodo
His owners called him “old and aggressive.” He was only 6 and just wanted to be loved 💔
Finn had spent all six years of his life chained outside when his owners got a younger dog and wanted him put down. But when Sidewalk Specials took him in, Rachael couldn't believe the affectionate dog in front of her had really spent his entire life on a chain.
Published by The Dodo and Sidewalk Specials
28th September 2026
Photos Of Dogs In Autumn Capture The Beauty Of Our Best Friends
Reshareworthy
November 1, 2016
Photographer Anne Geier has a special talent for capturing dogs in nature. The Austrian photographer loves to take her four-legged subjects outside against the backdrop of trees, lakes and fields, no matter what the season.
But there’s something particularly special about her photos taken in Autumn, with the beautiful changing colors of the leaves and the subdued sunlight that hints at the winter to come. And when paired with dogs, something magical happens.
Geier shared her captivating photos with Reshareworthy.com and we’re sure you’ll find them as enchanting as we do.
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