FREE storm and fireworks guide
Help your dog through the storm.
Calm Through the Storm gives you a simple before, during and after plan for thunder and fireworks. Start tonight with a 10-minute quick start.
- Spot the early signs, before worry turns into panic
- A clear plan for storm nights and New Year's Eve
- A printable Recovery Log and storm-night cheat sheet
- Reward-based and gentle
- Written for real homes, not trainers
- Founded on the Gold Coast by Blye
Sound familiar?
If storm nights are hard in your house, this guide is for you.
Most owners have tried the usual advice. Reassure them. Ignore it. Wait for it to pass. And every storm feels just as hard as the last.
- Shaking, panting or pacing when thunder rolls in
- Hiding in the bathroom or under the bed
- Trying to bolt when the fireworks start
- Clingy and jumpy for a day or two afterwards
- Unsettled before the storm even arrives
"Your dog is not being dramatic. They're genuinely scared."
The good news: calm is a skill. With a plan made before the noise starts, storm nights can get easier. This guide shows you how.
What's inside
15 pages. A plan you can use at the next storm.
No jargon and no punishment. Just clear steps, gentle tools and a plan you fill in once.
Do it tonight
Quick start
The 10-minute quick start
Three things to try tonight.
Part one
Rise, peak and recovery
How fear builds and passes, and exactly what to do at each stage.
Part two
Storms and fireworks
A before, during and after plan. Fill it in once and be ready for New Year's Eve.
Tools
The Stress Signals Ladder
See worry early, from a lip lick to a full panic, so you can help before it builds.
Tools
Recovery Log and myth busters
Track how fast your dog settles, and drop the advice that makes storms worse.
Printable
Cheat sheet
Storm night on one page
Everything you need on the night, ready to stick on the fridge.
Take a peek
Beautifully designed. Easy to follow.
Read it on your phone or print the tools. Every part ends with something to try.
Inside
Contents
Your 10-minute quick start3
Part One5
Rise, Peak and Recovery5
Part Two8
Storms and Fireworks8
Your printable toolkit10
The Stress Signals Ladder10
Recovery Log11
Myth busters12
Storm night cheat sheet13
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Quick start
Time the come-down
Your most honest measure of progress
Next time something sets your dog off, check the clock. Then check it again when they are properly relaxed. Write it on the Recovery Log. You are going to watch it shrink.
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Part one
What to do at each stage
Rise, peak and recovery
| Stage | What you might see | What helps |
|---|---|---|
| Rise | Head lifts, body stiffens, lip lick, yawn | Slow down. Soften. Stay still. No fuss. |
| Peak | Pacing, whining, trembling, trying to escape | Reduce noise. Calm corner. Sit nearby. |
| Recovery | Shake off, stretch, big sigh, lying down | Let it happen. Keep things quiet. |
| Rest | Deep breathing, soft body, eyes closing | Protect it. This is where learning sticks. |
Try thisNotice how long each stage lasts.
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Part two
Storms and fireworks
A before, during and after plan
Before
- Check storm warnings and fireworks notices
- Practise the Snuggler in calm moments first
- Set up a den in a quiet inside room
- Microchip details up to date, ID tag on
- Walk and toilet break before dark
- Snuggler on 20 to 30 minutes before the noise
- Steady background sound to blur the bangs
- Let them hide if they want to hide
- Expect a tired or clingy day or two
- Extra rest and sniff walks, no new challenges
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Toolkit
The Stress Signals Ladder
Step in early, while it is easier to help
| Level | What you might see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Mild worry | Lip lick, yawn, turning head away | Slow down. Pause. Let them look. |
| 2. Uneasy | Ears back, freezing, whale eye | Reduce noise. Offer the calm corner. |
| 3. Stressed | Panting, pacing, trembling, not taking treats | No training. Guide to safety. |
| 4. Overwhelmed | Barking, trying to escape, hiding | Keep everyone safe. Quiet, then rest. |
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How it works
A storm-night plan starts with one small step.
1
Get your free copy
Pop in your email. Your download opens straight away, and we'll send a copy to your inbox too.
2
Do the quick start tonight
Ten minutes, three simple things. No equipment and no training experience needed.
3
Write your storm plan
Fill in your before, during and after plan, so you're ready before the next storm or New Year's Eve.
From the Blye family
In their owners' words.
From 15 Snuggler reviews, 4.87 stars. Results vary between dogs.
★★★★★
"We're in the middle of a severe thunderstorm and this is the calmest he has ever been. Normally we would be locked in the bathroom playing music, but tonight he's relaxed and happy on the bed. This has been a total game changer."
★★★★
"I am giving this four stars because it took a little while for our dog to get used to it. Once he did, it definitely helped. We also used the scent bag and that was a great addition for him."
Why we wrote it
Made by Blye, for the dogs who feel the world deeply.
Blye started on the Gold Coast with one simple belief: calm is not trained into a dog. It is learned through safety, routine and connection.
Storm season and New Year's Eve are the hardest times of year for anxious dogs, so we took the storm plan from our full guide, Calm Is Learned, and made it free for every owner. It works on its own, whether or not you ever buy anything from us.
Questions
Good to know
Is it really free?
Yes. No card, no catch. Pop in your email and the download opens straight away.
Who is it for?
Any owner whose dog struggles with thunder or fireworks. Shaking, hiding, pacing or trying to bolt. It suits puppies, rescues and older dogs.
Do I need the Snuggler to use it?
No. Everything in the guide works on its own. Where the Snuggler can help, we show you how to use it well, but it is never required.
How long does it take to read?
It's 15 pages. Do the 10-minute quick start tonight, then read the rest in about 20 minutes. Fill in your storm plan once and you're ready.
Can I read it on my phone?
Yes. It's a PDF that works on any phone, tablet or computer. The Recovery Log and storm-night cheat sheet are easy to print.
How is it different from Calm Is Learned?
This free guide is the storm and fireworks plan from our full 68-page guide, Calm Is Learned. The full guide also covers time alone, the settle word and a 14-day plan. It comes with the Blye Calm Kit.
Is this a replacement for my vet?
No. This guide shares gentle, reward-based ways to help anxious dogs. If your dog's fear is severe, comes on suddenly or they are hurting themselves, please talk to your vet or a qualified behaviourist.
Free download
Be ready before the next storm.
Get Calm Through the Storm free and do the 10-minute quick start before bed.
It's yours. Here's your storm-night plan.
Your copy of Calm Through the Storm is ready. Save it to your phone so it's there when the next storm rolls in. We've sent a copy to your inbox too.
Download the guide (PDF)15 pages · Works on phone, tablet and computer
When will you do the 10-minute quick start?
Owners who pick a time are far more likely to follow through. It's on page 3.
Your next step, if you'd like it
Keep going with the Blye Calm Kit.
This guide gets you through the next storm. The Calm Kit gives you the tools and a guided 21-day plan of small, reward-based steps.
- The Snuggler: gentle, hug-like pressure and a soft ear hood that folds over the ears
- The 21-day Calm Plan app: a plan built for your dog, 10 to 15 minutes a day, with a chart of their progress
- Calm Is Learned: our full 68-page guide, including time alone, the settle word and every tracker
- Scent and carry bag: keeps your scent with the vest
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