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Article: Owners, pets get ready to face the fireworks.(Life-Solutions)

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June 25, 2008
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Byline: MICHAEL J. FOX

DEAR DR. FOX: I'm writing because it's summer here in Florida and I'm not looking forward to it.

I have an 8-year-old miniature schnauzer that has a real problem with thunder and lightning storms. When she was a puppy, I caged her while at work, but it didn't work out - anxiety to the max. What do you suggest to calm my dog down in stressful situations?

- J.H., Naples, Fla.

DEAR J.H.: Many dogs suffer from "thunderphobia." Anti-anxiety drugs like Xanax are effective, especially for Fourth of July fireworks, but not practical for unpredictable storms.

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