We have recently mourned for our pets on World Pet Memorial day on June 9, 2019, but there is one pet that also needs to be remembered, Mushu who played Frank The Pug in MIB movie series, though he was not our pet but he was a star that lived in everybody’s hearts.
Nonetheless, MIB International is set to release this 14th of June and of course as a true fan of MIB cartoon and movies series you would be definitely waiting for the release. However, the good news is that, there is a chance this time Frank the Pug character will be a part of the movie but it is played by a different pug because Mushu- The dog that played the character in the first 2 movies is sadly not alive, a sorrowful reality that many fans of Frank/Mushu have to come in terms with.

MIB I & Frank the Pug
The sci-fi film Men in Black’s first installment was released in 1997, and the movie became an instant hit. There were many reasons behind its success.

• The movie was based on a famous and most loved MIB cartoon series
• It had a good script and was directed well
• The actors Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones were awesome
• And lastly and most importantly it had a character with amazing scenes and dialogues that stole the show, and his name was Frank

The pug actually had some swag, and the dialogues were written in such a way that audiences cheered, laughed and loved him.

MIB I & Frank the Pug
The sci-fi film Men in Black’s first installment was released in 1997, and the movie became an instant hit. There were many reasons behind its success.

• The movie was based on a famous and most loved MIB cartoon series
• It had a good script and was directed well
• The actors Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones were awesome
• And lastly and most importantly it had a character with amazing scenes and dialogues that stole the show, and his name was Frank

The pug actually had some swag, and the dialogues were written in such a way that audiences cheered, laughed and loved him.

​MIB I & Frank the Pug
The sci-fi film Men in Black’s first installment was released in 1997, and the movie became an instant hit. There were many reasons behind its success.

• The movie was based on a famous and most loved MIB cartoon series
• It had a good script and was directed well
• The actors Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones were awesome
• And lastly and most importantly it had a character with amazing scenes and dialogues that stole the show, and his name was Frank

The pug actually had some swag, and the dialogues were written in such a way that audiences cheered, laughed and loved him.

Frank Became Quite Frank with Will Smith
Will Smith and Frank bonded really well on the sets which translated on the screen thus making their pair the most loved one.
Mushu lived a lavish life on a 20- acre land when he was not shooting. A well-deserved lifestyle. Sadly, he left the world for a better place before the shooting of MIB III began, but you can see his image in one scene when Will Smith goes in the past. A tribute from the makers to the pug that probably had fans more than many Hollywood stars.
Nevertheless, there is a ray of hope for the fans of Frank’s character because as per the new posters Frank the Pug might make a comeback. But Mushu will be missed. Hope the new dog actor plays the role just as the way Mushu did.

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Have you noticed your dog whining and hiding whenever there is a thunderstorm or fireworks? Many dogs become extremely fearful and experience panic attack due to loud noises which often goes unnoticed by pet owners. It is because of this lack of attention that over 1/3rd of dogs in the U.S still go untreated. Most pet owners fail to report noise aversion issues in their dogs either due to lack of information or because they don’t think it is a medical condition.

However, failing to treat this condition in dogs has been noticed to severely deteriorate the quality of their life and they also seemingly become destructive and uncontrollable. It is hence necessary for pet parents to realize the reason of noise aversion and get it diagnosed by the vet for the well being of their dogs. 

Symptoms Of Noise Aversion In Dogs

• Restlessness
• Anxiety
• Shivering or Trembling
• Panting heavily
• Winning
• Barking
• Clinginess to owner
• Hiding
• Immobility
• Furrowed brows and ears back
• Lip licking
• Destructive behavior (scratching walls or furniture)

Noise aversion is mostly an adapted behavior and dogs can suffer from it at any point in time, especially, the ones that are not habituated to loud noises. However, some dogs have the predisposition to get scared by thunderstorms, fireworks or any kind of loud noise for that matter, which makes their life terrible if not controlled properly. Thus, timely diagnosis and procuring correct treatments is mandatory to provide a healthy and happy life to your dog.

Management Of Noise Aversion in Dogs

The foremost step to control noise aversion in dogs is to identify the noises that trigger anxiety and stress in your dog. While some canines may act fearful with any kind of rumbling in their surroundings, some others may react on only specific noises that trigger fear and insecurity in them. Moreover, the intensity of vocalization or exhibition of symptoms may also vary with the type of sound. Some may react to the screeching of vehicles in a noticeable way whereas the other dog may just whimper and leave the scene. 

Once the cause of noise aversion is identified, you must try to divert the dog’s mind from the noises by either involving him in some fun activity or playing soothing music which he likes. 

You can also opt for thundershirt which is a great vest that relieves anxiety in dogs by relaxing their muscles. 

Stay away from activities in your household that may create noise and make your dog feel scared. If at all it is necessary to finish the work, you ask any of your family members to take your dog on a walk. It would be better if you carry out the noisy task in your house in your dog’s absence. 

Thunderstorms and fireworks can scare the hell out of your dog. In case you already know the weather report in advance, you can shift your dog to another room that doesn’t have a window where he cannot hear the noise and may calmly lounge without getting uncomfortable. 

Diffusers are also highly effective in treating anxiety issues in dogs. The solution in the diffuser contains pheromones that vaporize and give a tranquilizing effect to the dog’s mind and hence can be bought if the dog has a serious issue with loud noises.

It is important to make a safe place in your house where your dog can feel secure and hide when it gets unmanageable for him to deal with the anxiety. 

Other than that, there are many anxiety relief treatments in the market that are highly beneficial for dogs dealing with noise aversion. Regular use of these treatments has been known to reduce anxiety and stress in fearful dogs. 

Regular vet visits are also important to keep a track on his health. Sometimes, when the dog is unwell or is suffering from a disease, he tends to get scared easily with such noises which may affect his recovery. Therefore, try to provide good care and don’t compromise on the quality of food so your dog stays in the pink of health always. 

Well, most importantly, don’t forget to stay with your dog at the moment when he feels highly scared so he can get refuge in your arms. Cuddle your dog to make him feel safe. 

Attending your dog in his tough time is not just the best way to heal him but is also a great way to strengthen your bond with the pet. Experienced pet owners believe that staying near to your dog while he is dealing with his weakness reduces their destructive behavior and they become more obedient and loving towards their masters. So, be with him in his tough time.

Hopefully, all pet owners are finally aware of the measures to take, for the next time their dog shows any sort of noise aversion, they are fully prepared to deal with the issue. 

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