As the 4th of July looms around the corner, you are probably spending your evenings as I have been...listening to all the neighbors popping off those cases of fireworks they have been lugging home. So, this might be a good time to remind everyone that while we humans find this an occasion for celebration, animals might have a different view point entirely!
Many dogs & cats are scared to death of loud noises like thunder, cars back-firing, and of course...fireworks. So how can you minimize their anguish? Well, the answer largely depends on whether your pet is an inside or outside pet. If Fido or Fluffy stays outside, nothing short of being stoned on pet tranquilizers and and being very securely confined will help. Sorry...no need to gloss it over. The fireworks are everywhere, all day...all night. Unless you can bring them in in the evening, they will be at the mercey of every neighbor with a bottle rocket or an M-80!
If your pets are indoor pets, there is help! If you gone during the day or evening, leave the T.V. or radio on...and turn them up a little to help drown out the noise of the outside pyrotechnics. Sometimes, if they are extremely fearful, you may still need the aid of a pet tranquilizer. Ask your Vet what they recommend for these trying times.
And even though I really shouldn't have to say this...say it I will. Parents, please tell your children that it is not permissible to throw fire crackers at animals, strap them to cats tails, or a myriad of other equally nasty little cruelties that animals often suffer.
So, celebrate the birthday of our country. Enjoy the fireworks displays - large or small. But try and remember that not every member of our household is thrilled with the whole thing. They will need a little extra love and attention too!
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