In November last year, I had just become a dog owner for the first time – a proud human mother (or humum as I like to call myself) to a six-month-old cockapoo. When I first saw Florence, I instantly knew she was an anxious puppy, which made me fall in love with her even more, as I wanted to be the person who was able to protect her for years to come. But around this time last year, as Bonfire Night was on the horizon, I began to do some research.
I was aware of the effects fireworks can have on nervous dogs, as I’ve seen family pets suffer terribly from the noises (including smashing a bathroom to pieces in distress). Things to Consider Before Adopting a Pet I wanted to be fully prepared to help Florence cope, as I wasn't sure how she would react. In the end, she had a really calm night, so with November 5 now only days away, I thought I'd share how I helped my anxious dog survive Bonfire Fire night.
It goes without saying that of course this won’t make a difference to every nervous dog, but I can only hope my tips and tricks can make the next few days as stress-free as possible for those who are beginning to dread this time of year. For professional advice on how to care for your dog on Bonfire Night, visit the RSPCA website . Don’t leave them alone It probably goes without saying, but if you think your dog is going to struggle on Bonfire Night, don’t leave them alone.
Are you worried about how your dog will react to fireworks this year? (Image: Molly Court/Newsque.
