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in Florida. Lightning strike capital of the country. Ready to rock-n-roll every afternoon as the heat of summer crashes against cold blowing sea breezes. Knowing the possibility of rough weather exists means I need to cut off my dogs escape routes before she needs to use them. Close all bathroom doors, keep pantries shut, and remove the cat's litter box.

Yes, an 85 pound Pit bull will lay down in cat litter to protect herself from a thunder storm. I don't understand it, I just make sure to get it out of the way, so I don't have to clean it up.

Now that I've limited her hiding spots I put her bed in a safe place for me and the four legged princess. I find a hall way, gated, and confined from the rest of house works. It's taking her back to her puppy days. Keeping her in a crate, letting her know it's her safe place. When the winds begin to howl I, or my wife move in there with her, and quickly shut the gates. Her pack has come to be with her and help her through the nightmare. We stay very calm, lay on her, let her feel the warmth of a caring body. It really keeps her focused on the pack that has joined her in the make shift den, and she can breathe though the storm.

It does seem like a lot to do for an old gal. The dog that people cut a wide path, but she has given me a great 10 years. 10 years of devotion, friendship, and always had my back. So, I figure for the last few years of her life, I'll watch her back while the heavens open up during the day and thing go bump in th night.

A little love and attention is the only tick you need.

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