Most people have heard of gun shy dogs. It’s really a misnomer, because they aren’t afraid of guns as such. They’re afraid of any loud noises that resemble a gun being shot. This includes vehicles backfiring, fireworks, thunderstorms and, of course, gunfire.Many gun shy dogs have been seriously injured and even killed when fireworks displays have scared them. Their first instinct is to run and, unfortunately, that often means running into the path of an oncoming vehicle.Dog owners with gun shy dogs have to be watchful, especially in summer, when there often are loud noises that come out of the blue. Apart from running into harms way, gun shy dogs can be extremely destructive.They climb on and destroy furniture, they scratch in corners, at walls and doors. They dig under fences in a desperate attempt to escape. Some dogs have severely injured themselves jumping through glass windows in fear.Dog owners who inadvertently leave a door or gate open will soon discover that their beloved dogs have disappeared. If you’re lucky, your dog will return when the fear and the perceived danger has stopped.Here are six safety tips you can use to protect your gun shy dog.Dog Safety Tip #1. Travel […]

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