Calming Canines-Comforting Hearts-Nurturing Peace
02/03/2024 - 7:54 AMLoud noises can significantly impact a dog's stress and anxiety levels, often triggering intense fear and distress. Dogs have sensitive hearing, making them more susceptible to loud sounds like thunderstorms, fireworks, or even construction noises. These sudden and unexpected sounds can disrupt their sense of security and trigger a fight-or-flight response. The effects of loud noises on dogs' stress and anxiety levels can be profound. They may exhibit behaviors such...
Fear of Anxiety-Stress in Dogs
02/03/2024 - 7:04 AMAnxiety and stress are one of the common health issues in dogs which has profound effects on their behaviors, interactions with humans and their physical well being. As per studies, stress has long and short term effects. When a pet is suffering from stress it could react more when it is left alone and this factor could lead to a decrease in their lifespan. A survey says that 72.5% of...
Identifying pet distress in cyclones,…
27/07/2023 - 6:33 AMSimilar to humans, pets exhibit signs of distress in response to various triggers, including cyclones and storms. Dr. Dilip Sonune, a veterinary officer at Wiggles, emphasizes the importance of ensuring pets' comfort during such events, as their behavior may change due to stress. Here are some key signs to help pet parents understand and address their furry companions' fears: Flattened Ears - Dr. Sonune notes that pets may display flattened...