Now we know why dogs are afraid of thunder

Every rain accompanied by thunder is a real panic for boss and lotus. Boss is so frightened that lotus doesn't know why. But fortunately science has entered and explained.

Anyone who has a dog knows that one of their "notorious" fears is related to thunderstorms.

The fear of dogs is related to thunderstorms.

According to the veterinary doctor Terry Curtis from the University of Florida, when frightened, the dog will have an ear-like expression, the tail hangs, eyes open, panting, constantly licking the nose and opening its mouth .

Stress will also "escalate" into the waves of thunder. Some dogs even stab their heads into the wall or jump up. And that fear is not without any reason.

First cause: because "boss" is so sensitive that thunder is . too loud!

In this case, it can be a crime to say too much. The sensitivity of dogs far exceeds that of humans, so the sense of the storm is coming quickly and clearly.

The rainy season comes again huhu.

In fact, dogs can recognize pressure drop, and have an extra sensitive nose to show changes in the environment.

Our 4-legged friend also saw that there was a sky dancing and pulling the clouds and pulling the wind and thunderstorms . These things made the "boss" not afraid and frightened.

Not to mention the normal time, some dogs were extremely "aversion" to the noise, so when they heard the thunderous thunder coming, it jumped up!

The second reason is quite unexpected: static electricity

We kept thinking that dogs were only afraid of thunder, but actually the thunderstorm brought another discomfort. According to veterinarian Nicholas Dodman from Tufts University, large dogs with long, thick fur are often electrocuted.

"People think I love rock music, but I actually got electrocuted .".

This is the same as in the winter when we wear sweaters, bare feet, touch iron doors and shock "numbness".

For dogs, when it rains and thunderstorms, the surrounding air changes so whenever it touches the nose on a metal object, it will be jerked off!

So the thunderous sound of thunder in the house was shocked, and it was no wonder why the "boss" fear was so stacked.

According to Dr. Dodman, when it is too urgent to be electrocuted, dogs often find hiding places close to the ground like a bathtub and behind . a toilet!

In a survey in the United States, more than half of households raising dogs agreed that when it rains, dogs often hide in the toilet. Even a 36 kg German becgie weighed up on the sink and "meditated" on it.

Please forget me!

Another noteworthy point is that the genes that some dogs are particularly susceptible to are agitated like border dogs or Australian shepherd dogs.

Border Collie Dogs (left) and Australian Shepherd Dogs (right) are the most sensitive "babies".

"Boss" panic, "lotus" must do?

First, let me find my favorite hideout. Do not rush to intervene and evacuate, but make them more scared.

To deal with "fear of thunder", turn on the dog to hear white noise (the sound of fan, air conditioner running .) helps them disperse attention and feel more calm. For "fear of static electricity", you can buy antistatic jackets and warm blankets for dogs.

The image is extremely cool when the blanket is warm and the insulating jacket also protects the ear

Depending on the dog, the fear will go away with the rain or leave a lasting residue. It should be noted that "living in fear" will affect physical and mental health, so take your dog to the veterinarian right away. They will consider prescribing medication if needed.

With a few solutions above, wishing the lotus and "boss" going through the coming stormy season is as peaceful and as sensational as possible!