# 56 — Helping Anxious Dogs (and Cats) Through Vet Visits & Holiday Chaos

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Podcast: [The Marty & Laura Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-marty-laura-show-7153313)
Published: 2026-01-07T16:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://martyandlaurashow.com//56-helping-anxious-dogs-and-cats-through-vet-visits-holiday-chaos
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Duration seconds: 2029

## Resource

Helping Anxious Dogs (and Cats) Through Vet Visits & Holiday Chaos Holiday gatherings, noisy celebrations, and busy schedules can spike anxiety in dogs—and even cats. In this episode of The Marty and Laura Show , host Laura Reeves and veterinarian Dr. Marty Greer dig into the real-world challenges of anxiety, fear and stress-related behaviors in pets, especially during high-trigger seasons. They cover what doesn’t work (spoiler: Benadryl and acepromazine aren’t true anxiety solutions ) and explain what can help: structured training, “happy vet visits,” smart environmental choices, and medication plans that match the pet’s needs—whether the stress is occasional (holiday visitors, grooming, thunderstorms) or constant (dogs who live under a “black cloud”). This is a must-listen for anyone dealing with separation anxiety, vet visit meltdowns, noise sensitivity, or a dog who simply isn’t comfortable in their own skin. The Marty & Laura Show is produced by Pure Dog Talk Inc. , with sound design and editing by Premium Audio Services .

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