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Thunderstorm and Firework Phobias

During the hot summer months, many of us love enjoying an intense thunderstorm after days of hazy humidity. And who doesn't love a grand fireworks display for July 4th? Some of our canine friends may actually find these summer pleasures terrifying. To some extent, the phobias of these loud noises have a genetic basis, but there is also an environmental and learned component.

Edgewater Animal Hospital

3 minutes read

1 year ago

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