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In reply to the discussion: Ran out to Aldi this afternoon [View all]SheltieLover
(57,073 posts)27. Try this, Ferret
Try pressing their sides, firmly, but gently. Often reduces their anxiety, much like the Thunder Shirt, or Temple Grandin's cattle press for deescalating persons with autism (or for cattle).
Hugs to your furbies!
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It's still light out, here, but the local morons are already setting off fireworks
Siwsan
Jul 2021
#1
I have an elderly female Persian, whose demeanor suggests that she spends most of the
bullwinkle428
Jul 2021
#10
Fireworks in our part of town are illegal, due to fire danger. People have been pretty good, so far.
Shrike47
Jul 2021
#24
My two babies are huddled up under me. I am furious, but can do nothing.
Ferrets are Cool
Jul 2021
#26