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12:00 AM  Pet Care: Canine stressed by storms  Dear Dr. Fox: We
adopted a small terrier mix that no one claimed. She was found
wandering around the devastation in Joplin, Mo., after a recent
intense tornado. My husband and I went there to help relatives
for a few days. We named her Joppy. Perhaps her owners were
killed.  By: By Dr. Michael Fox, INFORUM   At any rate, she took
to us quickly. The only problems are that she hates to be left
alone and really gets upset with stormy weather and thunder. How
can we help her get over this? – M.A., Springfield, Mo.  Dear
M.A.: Good for you and your husband for giving assistance in
Joplin (a tragedy, indeed) and for adopting Joppy.  She is most
probably suffering separation anxiety and post-traumatic stress.
Give her an open dog crate with a pillow or blanket to serve as
a secure den. Put treats inside it when you leave the house so
she associates being left with a reward. Leave on the TV so she
can have