Overview
- Walk dogs before dark, keep cats indoors, and bring rabbits or guinea pigs into a shed, car‑free garage or porch for the night.
- Secure doors, windows and pet flaps, set up a cosy hideaway with blankets and familiar items, and use background sound to help mask bangs.
- Stay calm and reassure pets if they seek comfort, allowing them to hide without disturbance in a space they know is safe.
- If home measures fail, consult a vet about short‑term calming options or a referral to a qualified animal behaviourist.
- Begin months‑ahead desensitisation for future firework seasons and keep pets safe over the holidays by avoiding toxic foods such as chocolate, grapes, raisins, mince pies, onions, alcohol, cooked bones and rich fatty meats.