What to do with my dog for fireworks?
Is your dog afraid of fireworks and fireworks? He is paralyzed and tries to hide at all costs? With July 14th and the summer holidays, it is the right season for these events, which can be extremely stressful. For us humans, it surprises us! But for our four-legged friends, this is hell and can traumatize them for life.
Why is my dog afraid?
Dogs and animals, in general, equate fireworks and fireworks of all kinds with danger and therefore logically panic.
The dog cannot understand where these loud noises come from. For him, it is big sounds and amplified sounds (because they have a much more developed hearing) that resonate everywhere. So he compares it to danger. For this reason, the dog may have a lot of unwanted human behavior in response to this situation.
The dog cannot prepare for future fireworks and anticipate the upcoming event. He is cognitively incapable.
Your dog lover also does not have the ability to associate noise (loud and extremely loud for him) with a particular event.
How does fear manifest itself in animals?
With fireworks, there may be different ways your dog expresses his fear. It depends on each individual :
Escape: run in all directions to escape. Some dogs can travel dozens of kilometers to get as far away from the noise as possible. However, it is not safe for your pet. In fact, with panic, it can be hit by a car, or get lost and not find your way home.
- Bark
- Sometimes hide in unlikely places
- Become " aggressive”
- Urinating on them
- Excessive Salivation
So it is up to the owner to make sure that the dog is comfortable at home so that he feels a minimum of security.
Also, do not take your dog to the fireworks to traumatize him for life. Your festivals are not your own!
Prepare your pet for the fireworks at home.
To prepare your pet for the fireworks, we can not say enough, leave your house with closed windows and shutters to reduce the noise. First of all, do not leave him in the garden, otherwise, he could run away.
Spend your dog: before and after fires! In fact, before the fireworks, so he evacuated his needs, run and spend. And after that, so that your dog lets go of all the stress he had during this event.
Create a safe zone for him to feel safe.
On the Internet, there are CDs or videos of thunderstorms, sirens, fireworks, fireworks, etc. Combine them with an object that your dog likes, or a treat if he is greedy in sum, with something positive for him.
Some dogs need veterinary help. He will be the only one who can guide you on this point, do not hesitate to ask him.
What to do with fireworks?
A very important rule to follow: if your dog is afraid and is in a state of stress, do not scream. He emphasized him even more.
Another solution that is just as good is to try to keep your dog busy during the fireworks. Play with him for example or let him do exercises with treats when he is receptive.
To be able to let him go and escape to his oasis of peace so that he can feel safe.
Do not take your dog to watch the fireworks or force him, as this can cause a very long-term trauma. It may take days for your dog to recover, or even never recover. Leave peacefully at home.
First of all, remember to close your windows, shutters, and doors to reduce the noise and prevent it from escaping.
You now have all turnkey to prepare your dog for these fireworks. Do not hesitate to call a behaviorist dog trainer, they are there to help you and advise you!