Is Your Dog Afraid of Loud Noises?

Drs. Nicholas Dodman and Linda Aronson, at Tufts New England Veterinary Medical Center in Massachusetts are doing some exciting research into the use of melatonin as a treatment for noise phobias. In the May issue of 'The Whole Dog Journal" they report on one dog who was afraid of songbirds. It was quieted after being treated with melatonin.

The hormone, melatonin, is usually thought of as a sleeping aid. However, its action is not by sedation. It is simply calming. If your dog responds fearfully to loud or unusual noises, talk to your veterinarian and see if this over the counter supplement is an option. Because it is "Your Pet…Health Matters."