Bonfire Night can be exciting for children but the loud bangs and flashes at this time of year can prove very stressful for our pets. These top tips should help ensure they enjoy the fireworks season as much as the rest of your family.
Below are ten top tips to help keep your cats and dogs safe and relaxed:
- Don't leave animals alone on Bonfire night
- Walk dogs during the day
- Shut cats in at night
- Use black out blinds, which dampen sound as well as blocking out light
- Stay relaxed yourself and give pets space
- Play upbeat music – the consistent beat will cover the bangs of the fireworks.
- Animals naturally hide when scared so make a den to provide a safe and sheltered place where they can keep calm.
- Distract dogs by playing with toys and offer cats treats to ease their worries.
- You could try a ‘thunder shirt’ on your dog. This uses constant gentle pressure to calm anxiety
- Try ‘mutt muffs’ to protect your dog’s ears.
Source: http://www.netmums.com/lifestyle/pets/keep-pets-safe-on-bonfire-night
