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Cats, Welfare
Get ready for fireworks season
Now’s a great time to start gentle preparations to help your cat or dog feel safe and calm when the bangs begin:
- Try a pheromone plug-in and pop a reminder in your diary to start it 2–3 days before the noisy nights.
- Stock up on their favourite chews or Kong stuffers.
- Thundershirts can give a comforting “hug” to some dogs.
- Create a cosy den with a few blankets over a table, chairs, or a cardboard box which can make a snug hideaway. Add blankets to your sofa or their bed now so they smell familiar and safe.
- Check local display dates and plan a cosy night in with a movie, treats, and maybe the BBC Radio Pet Playlist to help keep things calm.
If your pet finds fireworks especially hard - panting, drooling, or trembling - we recommend speaking to your vet. They can offer short-term help and guide you toward a behaviourist for longer-term support if needed. Find a qualified behaviourist here: apbc.org.uk/find-an-apbc-member
