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Thunderstorm Forecast Alerts for Dog Owners in the United States
The US sees over 100,000 thunderstorms per year, and dogs in storm-prone states like Florida, Texas, Oklahoma, and the Southeast face frequent exposure. PawWarning gives US dog owners up to 6 hours' notice when thundery showers look likely near them. Live lightning-strike detection currently covers Ireland and the UK and is being rolled out to more regions.
How It Works
PawWarning watches real-time atmospheric data and forecast models to flag thundery weather near your exact location — not just your county. You get an early outlook up to 6 hours out when thundery showers look likely. Live lightning-strike detection currently covers Ireland and the UK — we're working on expanding it to the US. Always framed as "likely" or "possible" — never a guarantee.
Why Early Notice Matters
Most vet-prescribed calming medications — trazodone, alprazolam, gabapentin — need 1 to 2 hours to take full effect. Behavioural prep (safe space, white noise, pressure wrap) also works best before your dog's anxiety spikes. Even a couple of hours' early notice is the difference between catching it early and chasing a full-blown panic. See the full guide to calming a dog during a thunderstorm.
Available Across the US
PawWarning's forecast heads-up works in all 50 states with hyperlocal accuracy — from major metros like Houston, Miami, and Atlanta to rural areas. Alerts trigger on your exact coordinates, not a county-wide blanket.