Firework Season: Help Your Pet Feel Safe & Calm
Fireworks can be exciting for us, but for many pets they can be frightening and stressful.
Loud bangs, flashes of light and unexpected noises can leave dogs and cats feeling unsettled, anxious or looking for somewhere to hide.
The good news is that there are plenty of things you can do to help your pet feel safer and more comfortable during firework season — and preparing before the fireworks begin can make all the difference.
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View Our ProductsCreate a Safe Space
One of the simplest things you can do is create a comfortable, quiet space where your pet can retreat when the fireworks start.
Try to:
Close the curtains
Reduce the impact of bright flashes by closing curtains and blinds before the fireworks begin.
Reduce outside noise
TV, radio or familiar background sounds can help mask some of the noise outside.
Let them hide
If your pet chooses to hide, let them. Don't force them out or punish them for being frightened.
Stay calm
Pets can pick up on our behaviour. Try to act normally and provide reassurance without making a big fuss.
Keep them secure
Make sure doors, windows, gates and fencing are secure. Frightened pets may try to escape.
Don't Wait Until Bonfire Night
If you know your pet struggles with fireworks, it's worth preparing before firework season gets underway.
Have their safe space ready, make sure you have any calming products you want to use and think about when fireworks are likely to take place in your area.
The earlier you prepare, the more familiar everything will be when the loud noises begin.
Don't Forget Your Farm Animals
Fireworks can frighten livestock and horses too.
If fireworks are expected near your farm, take some time to think about how your animals may react.
Before fireworks begin:
- Check fencing, gates and stable doors are secure.
- Make sure horses and livestock are in a safe, familiar environment.
- Remove anything that could cause injury if an animal becomes frightened.
- Keep animals away from areas where fireworks may be visible or particularly loud.
- Check animals regularly during periods when fireworks are expected.
- Make sure anyone caring for the animals knows fireworks are taking place.
For horses, having a familiar stable environment and maintaining their normal routine can help provide reassurance.
Never use a calming or sedative product intended for another species or without appropriate veterinary advice.
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