With New Year’s Eve (and the surrounding festivities) just hours away, it’s just about time to think about how you can best keep your dog(s) calm, quiet and stress-free during the New Year’s Eve fireworks celebrations. After all, bringing in the New Year with a bang is truly not meant to create a problem for your dog(s). Whether you plan to leave your furry loved one(s) at home alone or not during the fireworks noises and displays, the following Dog Barking Tips Related To Fireworks should help in Creating The Setting And The Mood To Keep Your Dog From Barking At The Noises Of Fireworks:
The Setting:
It is advised to get your dog(s) in a comfortable position/place (i.e. on their bed, with their blanket, toy(s), water bowl nearby, etc). This way, the dog will feel at home and in their normal, everyday environment. Next, if there are any windows or doors that can be closed, go on and close them so that the room/place will be free of any unnecessary noises and light flashes. Also, try dimming and/or reducing any excessive light inside. Last but not least, it is recommended that you turn on some moderately loud music that is rhythmic in tone – smooth, light jazz and classical music are both pleasant in nature and will help to “camouflage” any out of the ordinary, loud noises.
The Mood:
So as to better get your dog(s) well rested, content and ready for sleep and relaxation, try feeding and walking your dog(s) at least one hour prior to any expected fireworks activity. Also, assure your dog(s) in a pleasant/gentle voice that they are good and that everything is alright – this positive assurance will help keep your dog(s) content and worry free, especially during loud fireworks displays. If you are planning on being home with your dog(s) during the fireworks celebrations, constant reassurance is best. If not, assuring them before you leave and, hence, getting them in a positive, comfortable mood will help to reduce any stress and desire to bark.
What methods seem to work best for you and your dog(s) with fireworks?