Bonfire night and pets

Please remember our furry friends this bonfire night 

Gemma says she not scared of firework but many dog's are please remember them plus cat I guess 

The below is via the Rspca
Bonfire night and pets

Fireworks frighten animals 

Fireworks are enjoyed year-round by people but can be a source of fear 

for many animals. 

It doesn't have to be that way though, so don’t ignore the problem. Seek 

advice from your vet who will if necessary; be able to refer you to a
professional clinical animal behaviourist. You can also follow our top tips
to make firework celebrations less frightening for your pet.

Keeping cats and dogs secure
• Make sure your dog or cat always has somewhere to hide if he or
she wants to and has access to this place at all times. For example
this could be under some furniture or in a cupboard.
• During firework seasons, walk dogs during daylight hours and keep
cats and dogs indoors when fireworks are likely to be set off.
• At nightfall close windows and curtains and put on music to mask
and muffle the sound of fireworks.
• If your pet shows any signs of fear try to ignore their behaviour.
Leave them alone unless they are likely to harm themselves.
• Never punish or fuss over your pet when it's scared as this will only
make things worse in the long run.
• Make sure your cat or dog is always kept in a safe and secure
environment and can’t escape if there’s a sudden noise. Have your
pet microchipped in case they do escape.
Just for dogs – before the firework season starts
Planning ahead can help your dog cope with the firework season.
Talk to your vet about pheromone diffusers. These disperse calming
chemicals into the room and may be a good option for your dog, in some
cases your vet may even prescribe medication. If either of these options
is used they should be used in conjunction with behavioural therapy. We
would recommend asking your vet to refer you to a clinical animal
behaviourist or using the 'Sounds Scary' therapy pack
(www.soundtherapy4pets.co.uk).