Can you put a white sheet over them for awhile?

I have a friend who's dog barks continually at a ceiling fan, running or not. She has had the dog since it was a mere pup and never did anything to it to upset the dog to the point where it is afraid of fans.

I would either cover it or take off the paddles.

Keep us posted.

Aren't pets just so wonderful!

Good luck finding a job. What are you looking for? Not that I know anyone from your new home base.