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How to Weather the Storm (and summer fireworks) with iCalmPet Noise Phobia Albums
Since 2008, thousands of veterinarians and dog trainers have recommended the slow and simplified classical compositions of Through a Dog’s Ear. The breakthrough research behind Through a Dog’s Ear shows that the canine nervous system is extremely sensitive to sound —...
Support Animals and Air Travel – What’s Changing in 2021
Guest post from our friend Amy Adams at National Service Animal Registry Why are policies changing for emotional support animals on planes? Until recently, anyone who wanted to take their emotional support animal (ESA) on a plane didn’t have too much red tape to get...
Together All the Time: At Home with Pets During Covid-19
On July 21st of this Covid year, we sent these questions to our iCalmPet email list. We asked for feedback on our iCalm Gift Downloads Program, which we started as a response to Covid, and their experiences of it in quarantine. We were curious what it was like for...
Keeping Your Dog Occupied at Home During Quarantine
(Guest post written by Mike Cahill, originally published at https://www.redfin.com/blog/keeping-your-dog-occupied-during-quarantine/) At this point, the majority of us have begun to feel the side effects of being stuck inside our homes during the quarantine. Whether...
Hearing Loss in Dogs 2020 [Causes + Solutions]
Your Complete Guide to Managing Their Hearing Loss: In this article, we'll explore all the causes of hearing loss in dogs, from most common to least, ending with solutions for the best care. Navigation: Age-related hearing loss Exposure to loud noise Stuck object...
Separation Anxiety And Your Dog: The Complete Guide
It’s that time of year again… the kids are going back to school after an action packed summer. It’s been fun for the children, and Buster has been so happy with the extra attention and playtime. Then one day, his world changes. The house is empty and he’s left home alone.
The stress of suddenly being alone may cause…
iCalmDog Reggae: 29 Surveyed Customers Transformed Our Belief
We knew iCD Reggae would work––it’s based on the same scientific and bioacoustic principles as our time tested classical music––we just didn’t know exactly how it would bring calm. It’s mostly drums and bass guitar for heaven's sake! So we sent out a survey to 29...
How to Tune Your Home Environment: Through a Dog’s Ear Discussions
I started reading the book, Through a Dog’s Ear, soon after starting to work at iCalmPet. Even though the book was published in 2008, I found there was just too much fascinating and relevant information to keep locked up on the shelves! So in collaboration with the...
Audio Books for Dogs… Calming or Confusing?
I'd share almost anything with my soul dog, Gina... my bed (by invitation), my food (when it's good for her), my music, and so much more. But, my Audible subscription? Nope! I REALLY LOVE Audible... for me. My reading habits have changed over the years, and now I...
Case Study: iCalmDog Music Stopped Barking Dog in Under 20 Seconds!
The barking Border Collie in our crating area at Cynosport World Agility Games was driving me (and everyone around me) crazy. So, I asked the BC’s handler if I could bring over my iCalmDog 3.0 to see if the clinically tested music reduced his barking. I have to admit, Nim’s barking was so intense that I wasn’t even sure it would work, but watch what happened in 20 seconds flat…
Deepening the Human-Animal Bond Through Music
Sanchez and Gina lay by the piano every time I practice my concert repertoire. And, other times, I play music especially designed for dogs for them. There have been some very tender times involving music. But, a shared music experience with Gina in 2013 was one of the most connecting moments of my life. I experienced the human-animal bond at a profound and deep level. Time stood still as we listened to music together.
Can Music Really Heal Your Dog?
Four years ago, Sanchez was experiencing intense neck pain. My holistic veterinarian doesn’t have x-ray machines, so I took him to a neighboring clinic that does. I was told he would need to be sedated unless he could lay completely still on his back for the x-ray. Not only was this a clinic that was new for him, but the veterinarian didn’t exactly have a calming presence. And, I wasn’t allowed to go into the x-ray room with Sanchez.