Most of the time when one thinks about a pet being scared during a thunderstorm, it is about dogs. But, cats, too, can be afraid of storms. Between the noise of thunder, the flash of lightning and the change of barometric pressure, it is no wonder that some kitties can become frightened. So what can cat owners do to to alleviate the fear? There are a number of things. No one thing will be a miracle cure. The first is allowing the kitty to claim a spot where it is most comfortable such as the basement, under a table, in a litter box.

The next thing is to pair the storm with something the cat loves such as a vigorous teaser play session or a special treat slowly fed in abundance. A RagaMuffin kitten owner recently decided to brush her fearful kitty during storms as that activity is one cat truly enjoys. The whole idea is for the pet to evenually think about the enjoyable activity when a storm begins.

There are also a couple of supplements that may be helpful in the event of a thunderstorm. Both Zylkene and Composure are easily obtainable and may be effective in easing storm anxiety. If one doesn’t help, try the other one as they have different active ingredients. If there are still issues, do not hesitate to ask a veterinarian for a prescription antianxiety medication.