As some of you may have already heard...
💥Fireworks have already started with a bang in the area!
Many animals don’t cope well during fireworks, something which usually worsens over time. This can be more difficult to manage with random fireworks as there a few, if any, organised events this year.
⭐️Top tips:
🐶Setting up a den. A den is a nice, quiet space where your dog can feel safe to hide and feel in control. You can cover a crate (or even a table) with blankets/towels/sheets with a small entrance space so they can enter. They are best placed behind the furniture or under stairs, or somewhere where your dog would usually run to when they’re frightened.
🐱Providing a safe place for your cat. They usually feel safest up high.
🐱Naturally, cats can be more stressed if they're outside during fireworks so try and keep them in.
💥It is important to offer genuine affection without being too sympathetic. Dogs do pick up on human behaviour so making the mood light-hearted and not showing too much concern is best.
💥Distraction… with an easy game to play with a toy or making them find a treat.
💥Keep your windows and doors shut with the television or radio on to distract from the sounds.
🐴It is usually most sensible to keep to your horse's normal routine, in a familiar environment, with their companions. If they stay out - that's fine - as long as it is safe and secure.
🐴If your horse is stabled, make sure there is nothing they can hurt themselves on if they become frightened.
🐶🐱Adaptil and Feliway are products containing synthetic copies of your pets' pheromones. They release “comforting messages”’ to create a safe and secure environment at home. They are most effective for fireworks when already in use. They come in a variety of ways... plug ins, sprays, collars.
⚠️REALLY importantly, please make sure your pets are microchipped!! They may become frightened and startled, run away or escape, and need to be found. It is also super important to update your details if they aren't already!⚠️
💊If you have tried many avenues of helping your pets but feel you need more assistance, medications and nutraceuticals can be used with varying results in dogs and cats. Please contact us for any further advice.
⛔️Please do not use this post to discuss personal feelings towards fireworks. It is a controversial topic. This post is to help owners help their pets. Thank you.⛔️ ... See MoreSee Less
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