How to care for traumatised pets:
- Ensure all animals have identification.
- If possible, stay home with them if you suspect fireworks fiends are about.
- If you can’t be home with them, keep them inside and preferably in a room such as the kitchen where the windows are higher and more difficult to jump through.
- Attempt to mask any noise by drawing curtains and playing calming music at a reasonable volume.
- Put familiar and comforting things around them such as toys and baskets.
- Provide them with something to do such as giving your dog a chewy bone or lots of catnip or catnip toy for felines.
- If your pets do react badly to fireworks, then seek professional advice from your veterinarian.
- Why not ensure your pets have a hearty and nutritious meal around nightfall. This will make them more likely to be sleepy.
Issued by the National Council of SPCA’s
