Summer is full of fun for people, but some of the season’s biggest moments can feel loud, crowded, or unpredictable to dogs. Even a normally relaxed pup may feel uneasy when their routine changes or their environment suddenly gets busier.

Here are five summer events most likely to trigger dog anxiety:

• Fireworks: The loud, sudden booms can be frightening because dogs do not understand where the noise is coming from.

• Thunderstorms: Heavy rain, wind, pressure changes, and thunder can make some dogs pace, hide, pant, or cling close.

• Backyard parties: Extra guests, loud music, kids running around, and unfamiliar smells can quickly overstimulate a sensitive dog.

• Travel days: Car rides, hotels, boarding, or new places can feel stressful for dogs who prefer familiar routines.

• Parades and outdoor festivals: Crowds, traffic, heat, and noise can be a lot for a dog to process at once.

Watching your dog’s body language can help you decide when to step in. A quiet room, fresh water, a familiar blanket, or leaving early can make summer feel safer for your pup.

For many dogs, everyday moments like thunderstorms, fireworks, car rides, visitors, or even changes to their routine can trigger anxious behavior. Dogs can stay on edge long after the stressful moment is over, struggling to fully relax and feel comfortable again. This can leave them restless, unsettled, clingy, or overwhelmed by situations that should feel routine.

That’s why so many dog parents look for calming support that’s easy to use and gentle enough for everyday life.

And because May is National Pet Month, there's no better time to show your pup some love. For almost a decade, pet owners have reached for Medterra CBD when their dogs need a little extra support.

Medterra’s CBD Calming Chews are formulated to help dogs settle into calm naturally for moments like:

• The crack of thunder or a burst of fireworks

• Long car rides and vet visits

• Restless nights and new environments

Medterra’s plant-powered and third-party tested, gentle enough for everyday use and strong enough for the moments that really count.

This month, we're giving them away free because good dogs deserve good care. Celebrate National Pet Month with a FREE pet product when you buy 1.

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• Helps dogs settle more naturally: Medterra CBD Calming Chews are formulated to support calmer behavior during stressful moments like storms, fireworks, travel, and vet visits.

• Easy for dog parents to use: The chew format makes it simple to add calming support into your dog’s routine without extra hassle.

• Made for everyday stress triggers: From visitors to restless nights to changes at home, these chews are designed for the moments that can leave dogs feeling unsettled.

• Plant-powered and third-party tested: Medterra’s formula is made with quality and consistency in mind, giving pet parents extra confidence.

• A timely National Pet Month perk: For a limited time, you can get a free pet product when you buy one, making it an easy way to try calming support for your pup.

Celebrate National Pet Month with a free pet product when you check out Medterra’s Calming Chews today.

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