Pet Acoustics music proves calming during an 8-month study with Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation.

Janet Marlow, composer and researcher brought Pet Tunes Canine speaker to the Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation in Bloomfield, CT. The Guide Dogs in training listened to the canine designed music and in 2 1/2 minutes consistently each dog laid down in a state of rest and comfort.

Study

Observe (12) German Shepherds individually in a high stress behavioral state, before and after the music experience. staffed by Lori McClain Russak, Manager and Tommy Mourad, Head Trainer. Fidelco Foundation Nine Month Study in collaboration with Pet Acoustics Inc. Janet Marlow, Sound Behaviorist March - Nov. 2015

Results

90% of the dogs released their states of stress within (5) minutes of listening to the music, remaining in a state of calm and rest.

Details

Starting in March, 2015 Janet Marlow and the Pet Acoustics team set up Pet Tunes canine music and multiple speakers in three large kennel areas at the Fidelco Guide Dog Campus, encompassing over 70 German Shepherds. Each area had dogs in different stages of training.

The music was played at different times of the day during training and for rest time and after meals. Behavioral responses were observed over 9 months. The results concluded that the overall behaviors of the dogs were in a happier and calmer state. This is a desired behavioral state because of the important work becoming guide dogs being able to fit into family life with their companion. The study was coordinated by Lori McClain-Russak, Manager of Kennel Operations, Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, Inc. and Tommy Mourad, Head Trainer.

Musicians and animals both understand the power of communication behind sound. They use volume and pitch to express themselves and understand environmental harmony.

How will my dog react and behave around the baby? How will the scent and sounds of the baby affect our beloved dog?”

Your dog and the new baby the new baby is coming and your dog has always been well-established focus of attention in the family.  Many couples are concerned when they anticipate the birth of their baby. A new baby is an adjustment for people and dogs alike to smooth the transition consider your dog's needs for your attention as a scheduled part of your day. While you are with your baby, play Pet Tunes for dogs to keep the atmosphere calm. The music will mask some of the commotion around the baby and the sounds of the newborn. Make sure a member of your family gives your dog full of tension each day with a long walk outdoors or a toss of a toy. Dogs instincts for family are so similar to ours that in a short time your dog will instinctively understand the new home life scenario. Here are some tips:

• Give your dog plenty of attention when the baby is around. You don’t want him to decide good things only happen when the baby isn’t around.

• Don’t scold the dog for picking up the baby’s toys. You don’t want the smell of the baby being associated with anything negative. Simply replace the child’s toy with the dog’s toy.

• Babies change quickly, and it can be difficult for the dog to adapt as quickly.

• Once your baby begins to crawl, make sure that he/she doesn’t pull on the dog’s tail or ears. Snapping and growling are natural canine behaviors when they are trying to communicate a warning. Even the most tolerant dog has its limits!

• Never leave even the most trusted dog alone with a baby or small child!

• Have “safety zones” for the dog. A safe zone is a private space – a crate, a bed, a gated laundry room, etc. where he or she can get away when the activity is too much for him or her. Children should not be allowed to “invade” the dog’s private space.

• It is OK to keep the dog out of the baby’s room with a gate, etc., especially if he is curious and attempts to jump on the crib or changing table.