Fireworks can send your pet into a panic. If your best friend has an extreme reaction to loud noises such as heavy panting, drooling, shaking, hiding, or trying to escape, you’re not alone: it’s estimated 40-50% of dogs suffer from noise aversion.

And, with New Year’s fast approaching, the noise level is only going to go up. The good news is there are a number of effective strategies you can adopt to minimize the impact of big bangs on your best friend, including:

Putting your pet in a room and turning on white noise or soft music to dull the sounds
distracting your pet with games and toys
avoiding comforting or punishment—both reinforce the fear reaction
consider getting your pet a Thundershirt

If any of the above approaches don’t work, we’re happy to consult with you about possible sedative medications and therapeutic treatments that are good for both short-term anxiety and long-term care.

Want to schedule a consultation or need more advice about how to minimize the impact of loud noises on your furry family member? Call (727) 846-8899 today!