Five ways to help dogs handle fear of loud noises. Create a safe space, keep them busy with activities, stay calm around them, use positive reinforcement, and talk to a vet about medication if needed.
How can we help our dogs with noise phobia? In terms of immediate measures, what can we do? First of all, if we can tell when the sounds are going to happen, ideally we should try to make sure the sound catches the pet inside the house or in a place that is a refuge for it. Once at home, what can we do? First, choose a room or a space in the house. It is usually best to choose the one the dog chooses to hide in when it is scared because this is usually where the sound is heard the least and we will try to soundproof the room as much as possible. In addition to this, we can put on some music and we can also help the dog by doing some positive activity for the dog if it accepts it at that moment. Finally, the issue of company social support and social help from the person acting as a reference figure are very important. In some cases it will be necessary to help with some medication, and for this it is important that you consult with your veterinarian.