[Skybo]

I'm happy to hear that Heidi is (physically) ok. Moves can be very stressful for some dogs. Sending best wishes that she will settle in and feel at home here soon.

[JC and John]

Originally Posted by Gretch298

It appears that my poor Heidi is suffering from Anxiety....All that head hanging and slinking around is her little "panic attack" mode... I am so happy to find out she has panic attacks...It explains alot. Thank You all for your help and concern. It was a warm welcome to the Villages. After Miss Heidi feels better we will get out and get to know the place better...again Thanks! Donna aka "gretch298"

Gretch298,

I sure sympathize with you. I own 2 cats and have spent much time agonizing over emergency visits for them. Have you ever heard of Thundershirt? Some of my dog owner friends swear by it in helping with anxiety. They like it better than drugging their dogs. It costs about $30. My vet here in Virginia sells it but I know you can go online at QVC and they have them, or try their website. Just a thought. Will be in TV come February and it is good to know of a good emergency vet service. Good Luck!

[KathieI]

Originally Posted by Barefoot

Kathie, I thought Buffalo Ridge had opened an Emergency Clinic in The Villages?

Bare, not sure its open yet or in the near future. Thought I wouldn't send Gretch on a wild-goose-chase, and since we were talking about the Leesburg clinic and I had a lot of experience there, I thought I would just post about it.

[KathieI]

Originally Posted by KathieI

Bare, not sure its open yet or in the near future. Thought I wouldn't send Gretch on a wild-goose-chase, and since we were talking about the Leesburg clinic and I had a lot of experience there, I thought I would just post about it.

Just checked, Buffalo Ridge Emergency Animal Hospital doesn't open until Feb. 4...

[Skybo]

Originally Posted by JC and John

Have you ever heard of Thundershirt? Some of my dog owner friends swear by it in helping with anxiety.

I have several friends who have had good results with the thundershirt as well.

[lightworker888]

I got one of my thundershirts from Kate's Pet Boutique (aisle G-116) at Marion Market. You can call her at 352-347-7071 during the week to make sure she still has some. Her price was better than the store and the internet. They really work well to soothe the dogs when they get anxious, particularly our 3 year old who tends to think every noise is something to be concerned about! The 13 year old is deaf so nothing much bothers her, but she seems to feel more settled when she has the coat on and it is lightning outside.

Glad that your baby is OK and not physically sick.

LW888

[Gretch298]

The people were wonderful to us. I am so glad for them and the info from all of you.Miss Heidi is now the proud owner of a ThunderShirt also. Today she seemed much more relaxed. (although the garbage truck this morning made her bark) Mr. Dieter has handled the move very well. Thanks again for all your help. Looking forward to getting out and about to meet all the wonderful people here.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by KathieI

Just checked, Buffalo Ridge Emergency Animal Hospital doesn't open until Feb. 4...

Kathie ... Thanks for checking. That is very good news that Buffalo Ridge Emerg will open Feb. 4 (just north of CR 466). I had to take my dog Brutus to Leesburg on a Sunday in 2009. He was having seizures from a brain tumor. Thank heavens friends drove me, it was a horrible situation and I was way too upset to drive safely.

An accessible Emergency Clinic within TV will be a Godsend.

[joannej]

Comes in a spray form and an electric plug in form available online or in pet food stores. I know they have a cat version, but not sure if they have a dog version. The pheneromes in the spray calm my cat before travel. We spray it into his carrier before we leave. We don't have to use the plug-in anymore because our cat is used to travel. There were good coupons for $10 off that you could get online. Just download the coupon and use in stores. Check it out by googling Comfort Zone.

[KEVIN & JOSIE]

Originally Posted by joannej

Comes in a spray form and an electric plug in form available online or in pet food stores. I know they have a cat version, but not sure if they have a dog version. The pheneromes in the spray calm my cat before travel. We spray it into his carrier before we leave. We don't have to use the plug-in anymore because our cat is used to travel. There were good coupons for $10 off that you could get online. Just download the coupon and use in stores. Check it out by googling Comfort Zone.

Love your picture...looks like our little buddy, he does the same cat stretch.