It's a Dog's Life!

This is a tough week to be a dog...or cat...or horse...

Most animals don't like fireworks.  Our dog is elderly and easily traumatized.  She was abused as a puppy and has had separation anxiety for as long as we've owned her.  And of course, as we age, symptoms magnify.  So as she ages, she has become more anxious.  We have now reached a point where it is difficult to leave her alone for more than a few hours.  When people are using fireworks, or if there are a lot of thunder storms; she doesn't do well if left for more than an hour.

Obviously this is life changing.  I might be able to convince everyone in town not to use fireworks (yeah, right!) but I definitely don't have control over the weather!

Last fall, our vet prescribed a homeopathic remedy for the dog.  He felt that this would be best for her, since she's on several other medications. We have not had good luck with homeopathic remedies in this family, but this one is a Godsend!

The last couple of nights the dog has paced all night long.  Since she tends to want company while she paces, we haven't slept too well.  So we broke out the Calm Spirit.  After about 20 minutes, she laid down and slept till morning.  We're trying it again tonight and praying she has another good night.

As I write this she is snoozing at my feet!
Feeling blessed, how about you?