Your Poodle is probably one of the smartest dogs you have ever met. Those who know their dogs KNOW how intelligent and aware Poodles are...we can see right past the haircut to the canine genius within! But even the smartest of dogs can be reduced to a shaking, tumbling, frightened mess when the thunder booms or fireworks start exploding.
Much as we often have fear triggers such as; spiders, snakes, heights, public speaking, or flying, our dogs can also be triggered by events or situations.
Thunder, fireworks, and separation from their loved ones are big triggers for many dogs. Think about it, they don't know the thunder will stop or that you are coming back...for sure.