Pet Parents’ Guide: Keeping Dogs Calm During Firecrackers

Lights, not loud sounds, for a paw-sitive Diwali. Diwali might be a festival of joy for us, but for our pets, it’s often a night of fear and confusion. As the sky lights up and the streets echo with the sound of firecrackers, dogs with their super-sensitive hearing, experience overwhelming anxiety. What sounds like a fun “boom” to us can feel like an earthquake to them. If you’ve ever seen your dog trembling, panting, or hiding under furniture during fireworks, you know the heartbreak of watching them scared and helpless. But here’s the good news: with a few mindful steps, you can make this Diwali calmer, safer, and stress-free for your four-legged family member. Why Firecrackers Terrify Dogs A dog’s hearing is nearly four times more sensitive than a human’s. That means they can hear noises we can’t and loud bangs, sudden flashes, and vibrations from firecrackers can feel painfully ...

Soham Halder

• 2 weeks ago
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