Fourth of July, Fireworks and our Furry Friends...not always the easiest mix as the smells, sounds, and flashing lights of fireworks can cause a bit of stress in some dogs. Tootsie Roll has a few tips to make the holiday more enjoyable for all:
- Desensitive pets ahead of time by playing fireworks sounds via YouTube
- Provide a safe (inside) space during fireworks displays
- Distract them with some treats or fun chew toys
- Update collars & tags just in case
- Get a good walk the morning or afternoon before festivities begin
- Close the curtains during firework displays
- Provide background/white noise
- Stay home if you don't mind
- Make your own "thundershirt" https://www.k9ofmine.com/diy-thundershirt/
Tootsie Roll and I did our own version of the t-shirt "thundershirt"
- Pick a t-shirt you have worn
- Cut the sleeves off
- Cut t-shirt in half
- Cut the t-shirt halves in half again
- Size of dog will determine number of half pieces needed
- Tie the half pieces together
- Use small t-shirt pieces left to tie up some kitty toys
- Wrap the tied t-shirt pieces (see YouTube link)
Tootsie Roll will check it out this 4th of July and let you know how it works. Regards, she looks cute...as always:)
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