New Year's Eve is often a difficult time for pets. When midnight arrives, the surrounding sky becomes colourful, and the silence is broken by a fireworks cannonade. How can you help your pet in these moments?
| 31st december 2020 |
Why are animals afraid of fireworks?
Animals have much better hearing than humans. For example, a dog's hearing is about ten times more sensitive than ours. So you can imagine what he feels. Even a small rustle or our daily conversations will give your dog a lot of stimuli. Nature has equipped dogs with such a sensitive sense that they can hunt and do not become food for other predators. But what ensured their survival in the days when they lived in the wild, today when they became a fully domesticated species, can be a real curse to them. In fact, not only for dogs. Suddenly appearing and loud sounds often cause a strong anxiety reaction in animals.
How do animals react to loud sounds?
Suddenly increasing noise causes stress in the animals. Their heart rate accelerates, they start to breathe hard, and they often try to hide in a dark place as far away from the noise source as possible. However, if such an uncomfortable situation occurs when the animal is outside, it can end in fatal consequences - a bang causes a sudden defensive reaction. The animal starts to run away, completely disregarding safety.
How can you help your pet survive the New Year's Eve greeting?
If you know or expect your pet to react nervously to fireworks, make sure you start preparing at least a week before New Year's Eve. One way to do this is to try to show your puppy that it's okay to make such noises. Combining a stimulus with something positive, such as a favourite treat or playing with the caregiver, can show your pet that he or she can feel comfortable even with loud noises.
Unfortunately, not all pets will be able to accept New Year's Eve noise levels. Veterinarians will then recommend the use of light silencers or aromatherapy, which is particularly recommended for dogs and cats. A unique blend of safe essential oils gently calms and relaxes, relieves stress and anxiety of the frightened pet. What is important, these products do not cause dementia in animals. The specially prepared spray can be sprayed on the bed, carpet or inside the transporter.
Additionally, on New Year's Eve, remember to choose the right walking time. The latter should not fall out too late. Under no circumstances should you let your pet off the leash, as unexpected noise may frighten him away. Also, try to behave normally. Your pet is watching you closely - if you're worried, he or she'll also be more vulnerable to stress.
We hope that with our mini-guide it will be easier for you to survive the New Year. If you have any further questions, want to get advice (including aromatherapy) or know other proven methods to reduce stress in animals, please contact us! We look forward to hearing from you!
New Year's Eve is often a difficult time for pets. When midnight arrives, the surrounding sky becomes colourful, and the silence is broken by a fireworks cannonade. How can you help your pet in these moments?
| 31st december 2020 |
Why are animals afraid of fireworks?
Animals have much better hearing than humans. For example, a dog's hearing is about ten times more sensitive than ours. So you can imagine what he feels. Even a small rustle or our daily conversations will give your dog a lot of stimuli. Nature has equipped dogs with such a sensitive sense that they can hunt and do not become food for other predators. But what ensured their survival in the days when they lived in the wild, today when they became a fully domesticated species, can be a real curse to them. In fact, not only for dogs. Suddenly appearing and loud sounds often cause a strong anxiety reaction in animals.
How do animals react to loud sounds?
Suddenly increasing noise causes stress in the animals. Their heart rate accelerates, they start to breathe hard, and they often try to hide in a dark place as far away from the noise source as possible. However, if such an uncomfortable situation occurs when the animal is outside, it can end in fatal consequences - a bang causes a sudden defensive reaction. The animal starts to run away, completely disregarding safety.
How can you help your pet survive the New Year's Eve greeting?
If you know or expect your pet to react nervously to fireworks, make sure you start preparing at least a week before New Year's Eve. One way to do this is to try to show your puppy that it's okay to make such noises. Combining a stimulus with something positive, such as a favourite treat or playing with the caregiver, can show your pet that he or she can feel comfortable even with loud noises.
Unfortunately, not all pets will be able to accept New Year's Eve noise levels. Veterinarians will then recommend the use of light silencers or aromatherapy, which is particularly recommended for dogs and cats. A unique blend of safe essential oils gently calms and relaxes, relieves stress and anxiety of the frightened pet. What is important, these products do not cause dementia in animals. The specially prepared spray can be sprayed on the bed, carpet or inside the transporter.
Additionally, on New Year's Eve, remember to choose the right walking time. The latter should not fall out too late. Under no circumstances should you let your pet off the leash, as unexpected noise may frighten him away. Also, try to behave normally. Your pet is watching you closely - if you're worried, he or she'll also be more vulnerable to stress.
We hope that with our mini-guide it will be easier for you to survive the New Year. If you have any further questions, want to get advice (including aromatherapy) or know other proven methods to reduce stress in animals, please contact us! We look forward to hearing from you!