We’re now well in the midst of firework season, but while up to 22million of us are estimated to be gearing up for bonfires and firework displays, the RSPCA have warned how this season impacts our beloved pets. The largest animal welfare charity in the UK has found that half of the UK’s pet owners dread firework season, with 43% admitting they have to change their lifestyle due to unexpected fireworks.
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00:00We're now well in the midst of firework season, but while up to 22 million of us are estimated
00:06to be gearing up for bonfires and firework displays, the RSPCA have warned how this season
00:12impacts our beloved pets.
00:14The largest animal welfare charity in the UK has found that half of the UK's pet owners
00:18dread firework season, with 43% admitting they have to change their lifestyle due to
00:24unexpected fireworks.
00:26In fact, it was further reported that two in five pet owners felt awkward approaching
00:30neighbours with the topic of firework noise.
00:33A pet could perceive a firework as a threat and turn irritable or into a panic.
00:38But there is some advice if you'd like to make your cat or dog feel as calm as possible
00:42during this time.
00:44One tip includes taking your pooch out for a long walk before you expect a firework display
00:48to start.
00:49When you get home, keep windows closed and keep your pet in a safe space where there's
00:54no chance they can bolt out the door.
00:56Playing background noise like a television show or calming music can also help, but do
01:00you think fireworks are harmless or do you think the risks outweigh the fun?