Quote Originally Posted by chrissycat21
Oh gosh, poor Buddy.

Snowy isn't normally scared during small storms. She only seems to be scared when they are either cast as severe or we are under a tornado watch. I'm always a little nervous than too, so she might pick that up from me or just 'sense' that the storm is bad.
Yup she can very well be picking up on your nervousness and thinking "well if the leader of the pack is worried, there is probably something to be worried about!"

My parents' old sdog used to be TERRIFIED of loud noises, thunderstorms and fireworks included. She would literally wedge herself under my parents' bed -- a 120lb dog wedging herself in a space my 45lb dogs would have trouble getting into. They had to lift the bed to get her out!

My only suggestion is next time just act like it isn't a big deal, or make a game out of it. Every time lightning strikes, get really excited and give her treats.