19/10/2026
Bonfire Night is coming up next month. If your dog gets anxious around fireworks, it's worth starting to think now about where they'll feel safest on the night, and getting them tired out with a good walk beforehand. A settled dog copes with noise a lot better than one who's had a quiet day.
A few things that help:
🐾 Walk them in the daylight, well before the fireworks start, and take them out for a toilet break before it gets dark.
🐾 Set up a cosy safe space, like a bed or crate with a blanket over it, and let them use it as they like.
🐾 Close the curtains and put the TV or some music on to soften the noise.
🐾 Stay calm and act normally. A chilled owner helps a nervous dog more than fussing does.
🐾 Keep doors and gates shut, and don't walk your dog after dark. Frightened dogs can bolt.
🐾 Check their microchip details are up to date, just in case.
🐾 If your dog gets really distressed, have a chat with your vet well before the night.
If you've got a tip that works for your dog, I'd love to hear it in the comments. 🐶
