iCalmPet Blog

Latest posts, calming tips, and news for pet lovers.

How to Calm Down Your Anxious Dog

Aug 26, 2024

Manage your dog’s anxiety or hyperactivity with exercise, enrichment, and calming aids. Consult a vet if needed. Tailor care to your dog’s breed and energy level.

Who’s the Adult?

Jul 10, 2024

Amidst everything else going on in the world, the NY Times recently published five pet articles in one week. The titles are interesting and tell us much about the current state of petdom and American culture: Are We Loving Our Pets to Death? (6/22/24) Pet owners are...

How to Calm Your Noise-Phobic Dog

Jun 12, 2024

Visiting NYC revealed the challenges of loud noises for sensitive ears and pets. Tips for helping pets cope include masking, distraction, conditioning, and finding quiet places.

All We Need is Love, Connection, and a Calm Dog

May 13, 2024

In 2003, I was approached by a concert pianist with a passion for raising Guide Dogs for the Blind. She asked if I could create a CD with calming music for dogs. As a sound researcher and music producer, I knew what she was asking for; sounds that would help calm the...

The Best Homemade Holiday Recipes for Dogs

Nov 09, 2023

The holidays are right around the corner which means that soon our houses will be buzzing with the company of the ones we love. The scents of our favorite holiday dishes and freshly baked pastries will fill the rooms with the sweet aroma of the holidays. Our noses...

6 Ways to Prepare Your Pets for the Holidays

Oct 18, 2023

Tis the season to start decking the halls and gathering with the family members that you haven’t seen in quite some time. While you may be able to pick right up where you left off with Aunt Debbie, the same may not be true for your pets. Changes in your routine can...

5 Pet First-Aid Tips for Your Household

Apr 12, 2023

.Since April is National Pet First Aid Awareness Month, we thought this would be a great opportunity to provide you with 5 Pet First-Aid Tips for Your Household: 1. Pet First-Aid Kit Just like having a first-aid kit for people, having a kit packed full of must haves...

5 Recipes to Help You Create Your Own Dog Treats at Home

Mar 02, 2023

Are you a whiz in the kitchen and looking for some healthier treat options for your pet to try? Try your hand at creating some homemade treats not only made with clean ingredients you select, but also LOVE. Here are 5 recipes to help you create your own dog treats at...

3 Ways to Make Exercising Fun with Your Pet

Jan 25, 2023

If you are anything like me, you set New Year's goals that may now already be on the back burner. Really, who can blame us though? What’s fun about going to the gym alone when you aren’t necessarily a workout guru? Nothing, that's for sure! I have been racking my...

5 Tips to Keep Your Pets Comfortable and Safe During Winter

Dec 22, 2022

‘Tis the season to break out the puffy coats for not only yourself, but your furry family members as well! Some areas do not experience freezing temperatures, but for those that do it is important to do what you can to keep everyone warm, healthy and safe in the...