eyana -- is it the
rain or
thunder as in
thunderstorms?
Labs (or dogs) being uncomfortable with the noise of thunderstorms is common -- my Bess would get so distressed with loud, nearby thunder that we gave her 5 mg Valium when we had really intense ones.
My Puff doesn't like thunder, either, but her reactions aren't as severe. If I'm on the bed typing on my laptop with Puff (as usual) dozing right beside me (as I am right now), Puff will wake up, jump down and remove herself to the downstairs bathroom which doubles as a storm shelter with reinforced concrete wall, ceiling, floor. She waits it out there.
If it's rain with
out the thunder, I suggest you get a consultation with an expert.
As some have suggested, there are some recordings of thunder which can be used to desensitize your Lab.
I suggest you contact Dr. Patricia McConnell's website -- she has many books and pamphlets on various issues, one of which gives you the protocol for desensitizing a dog away from fear of something like thunder.
Caution: to be effective, this type of protocol must be followed
exactly: no shortcuts, abbreviations, vacations, etc., in the execution of it. Dr. McC. or her staff can also recommend a qualified expert in your area.
I'll ETA her website --->
http://www.dogsbestfriendtraining.com/index.php (Click on books, publications)