“Advances in modern behavioral science help us understand what our canine companions need to be healthy and confident. There are many ways we can improve our dogs’ lives – all designed to help them relax and have fun with their people. One such therapy involves using specially designed classical music. That’s why I’ve collaborated with sound researcher Joshua Leeds and concert pianist Lisa Spector, founders of Through a Dog’s Ear, to develop Calming” - Victoria Stilwell

 By combining progressive sound effects, the specially-designed psychoacoustic music of, and Victoria’s reward-based reinforcement protocols, the Canine Noise Phobia Series is an innovative new desensitization tool that not only helps reduce the anxiety suffered by noise-sensitive dogs, but also reduces the likelihood of common sound phobias from ever developing.

 The Consequences of Living in a Stressful World

When a dog feels stressed, it experiences a number of physical changes. Heart rate and blood pressure are elevated and breathing becomes more rapid while energy is diverted to other muscles that need it most for fight or flight. Digestion is suppressed, growth and muscle repair is halted, immunity inhibited, and senses are sharpened. All of this happens within a matter of seconds and allows the body to operate at its optimum level to ensure survival. This process is important if a dog’s life is in danger, but constantly experiencing these physical changes can put a lot of pressure on the body and increase stress levels, leading to long-term illness.

 Suggested Uses of Calming

The psychoacoustically designed music of Positively Calming has been successfully utilized by dog guardians world-wide. Specific applications include:

•          Separation anxiety
•          Excessive barking
•          Excitement with visitors
•          Hyperactivity
•          Pre- and post-surgery
•          Canine massage
•          Puppy quiet time
•          Helping puppies/ newly adopted dogs acclimate to their new homes
•          Doggy Daycare quiet hour
•          Reactive Dogs
•          Fearful Dogs
•          Training classes for reactive dogs
•          In crates during transportation
•          In crates during agility trials and other dog sport activities
•          In crates during conformation and other shows
•          Bedtime
•          Introducing dog to new stimuli (babies, visitors, other pets) in their home environment
•          Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
•          Preparing for euthanasia