29/10/2026
🎆 IMPORTANT NOTICE – BONFIRE NIGHT & EARLY CLOSURES 🐾
Hi everyone! ❤️
With Bonfire Night approaching, I’m considering closing Passion For Pooches earlier than usual next Thursday and Friday to ensure all our dogs are safely home and settled before darkness falls and fireworks begin approx 4.45pm
As much as we try to create a safe and secure environment, fireworks are unpredictable, and it only takes one unexpected loud bang to cause significant distress or potentially develop into a long lasting fear.
🐾 Why are fireworks such a concern for dogs?
* Fear and anxiety: Sudden, unpredictable noises can trigger intense fear, panic and distress, even in dogs that have never previously shown signs of noise sensitivity.
* Long-term noise phobias: A frightening experience can contribute to lasting noise-related fears, which may worsen with repeated exposure.
* Increased flight risk: Frightened dogs can enter a fight-or-flight response, potentially attempting to escape, jump fences or injure themselves in panic.
* Physical stress responses: Trembling, excessive panting, drooling, increased heart rate and an inability to settle are all common signs of distress.
* Behavioural changes: Fear can cause dogs to become unusually reactive, defensive or withdrawn, potentially affecting their interactions with other dogs.
For dogs who already struggle with fireworks, I particularly want to avoid exposing them to unnecessary stress. Equally, I want to protect those who have never experienced fireworks negatively from developing a fear in the first place.
Prevention is always better than trying to overcome a fear once it has developed. ❤️
I’ll confirm our closing times over the weekend, but I’m currently considering closing around this time on both days, allowing everyone plenty of time to collect their dogs and get home before dark.
I’ll also be sharing some useful advice over the weekend on how to keep your dogs safe, comfortable and reassured throughout the firework season.
Your dogs safety, welfare and emotional wellbeing will always come first 🎆
