29/12/2025
Not everyone likes fireworks ๐๐
Keep your pets safe and reduce their stress this New Years.
Signs of fireworks anxiety in cats and dogs:
- Panting and drooling
- Restlessness
- Hiding or trying to escape
- Vocalising
- Trembling
- Destructive behaviour
- Loss of bladder/bowel control
How to help:
- Exercise your pets before dark.
- Create a safe space for them. Let them hide if they wish and offer them comfort if they seek it.
- Make sure all doors and windows are closed and yards are secured. It is a good idea to keep your pets inside.
- Soundproof your home and use the tv or music to block out the noise.
- Distract them with toys and games.
- Stay calm and reassuring as overreacting to their anxiety can reinforce their fear.
- Avoid using punishment and/or forced exposure!
- Make sure your pets ID tags and microchip details are up to date. Pet trackers/GPS are becoming very popular to actively track lost pets.
- Use calming aids or medications if required. If you think your pet requires anxiety medication or needs a refill please contact us!
Please remember our opening hours:
Wednesday 31/12: 7am-5pm
Thursday 01/01: CLOSED
Regular hours resume Friday 02/01.