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Dr. Sally J Foote CFBC-IAABC
Okaw Veterinary Clinic
140 W Sale Street
Tuscola II 217-253-3221
Thunderstorm nightmares no more!!!
Butterscotch is calm after the storm

Greetings!


Thunderstorm are here in central Illinois!  We have been sending a lot of Adaptil collars, spray, thundershirts, supplements, and medications all with a plan for this pet in this home for calming before and during storms.  That is the basis for thunderstorm phobia management - have a plan that works for this pet, in this home, with this owner.  Tranquilizers are no longer our only help - anti anxiety meds, supplements, and other tools can make a major difference for our pets and owners.  It is not too complicated - read on to find out how you can stop the nightmares for our dogs and their owners.  

   

Dr. Sally J Foote CABC-IAABC

  

 

 

 

working with Butterscotch on a quiet day
view my spot on Ci Living demonstrating thunderstorm solutions

Featured blog post -    Storm sensations 

A front is moving in to the north
 
Have  you ever wondered how your dog or cat could sense that a storm was approaching although the skies look clear to you?  Dogs and cats can sense the changes on the horizon much better than we can and this is what starts the anxiety.

  Read more here:


The Big Bad Boom!!! -- Thunderstorm phobia - what it is , and what to do

Many dogs in the Midwest are afraid of thunderstorms. Maybe a dog was left alone during a bad storm and did not know where to go or what to do.  It may be genetic, or it may be something that has been increasing over the years.  Whatever the cause, thunderstorm phobia is very common and can range... Read more
luke and his ball
yes, storms can be playtime!


Butterscotch's play list - music to soothe the scared dog during thunderstorms, fire works and other noisy times
Rock on during storms!
  Heavy beat, dance type music that is strong in the bass beat  such as 70's rock, Rap or disco helps dogs to calm down. Download Butterscotch's play list to use on your pet or give to your clients.  These are tested songs reported back by my clients that have gotten their dogs to settle and relax during storms.  Make a CD or play list you can run for hours on bad days.  You may feel better too! 


 Latest You Tube video on drsallyjfoote channel 
      If your dog hates the crate - that is not the place to put them in a storm. If you need to use the crate, help them like it by following this video. 

stop crate fears in adult dogs 
stop crate fears in adult dogs
 
ranger on shoulder   Tired of getting bitten, scratched, growled and hissed at?
  Adding low stress handling techniques can be added quickly and effectively by developing  a plan for your office addressing the needs of your clinic.  I offer  in clinic training or remote location training.   

Call or email to find out more
217-253-3221  drsally@drsallyjfoote.com

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Ranger and I would love to hear from you!  

 

Dr. Sally J. Foote, CABC-IAABC


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