Outdoor Access

If your pet usually has outdoor access, then you may want to consider not allowing this either at all or at least not from dusk to dawn. It is advisable to keep your dog on a lead over this time as fireworks may spook them and cause them to run away.

If, however, you do allow your pet out or your dog off the lead make sure that it is microchipped and that your details are up to date on the system this will greatly increase the chances that they will make their way back to you should something happen.

Safe spaces

Often when scared pets they like to have a choice of safe boltholes so providing additional dens can be of great comfort. If you have noticed your pet going to a particular area when unsettled, you could use this area. Put own a comfy cushion maybe a box or blanket to hide under. For pets in great distress during fireworks, try moving them to the center of the house furthest away from the noice, often a bathroom is a good choice as this is often the quietest room in the house and away from windows. Put a blanket or pet bed down, food, water, and a litter tray/puppy pad to allow your pet to stay there as long as it likes.

Stay Calm

Whilst our nature is to make a fuss whilst trying to tell our pet not to worry it is in fact much better for them to see us stay calm and acting as normal, this sends the signal that there is nothing to worry about. Our pets love company and if possible, try and stay in with them, draw the curtains (to keep the flashes out) put on the TV and/or radio, and sit down in your usual spot demonstrating all is well.

If your pet is really stressed and you have made them a den in the toilet, why not put a cushion down for yourself bring your tablet and watch a movie on the floor together.