Helping pets get through Fourth of July fireworks
Dr. Michael Seely, Chief of Staff at Vergi Animal Emergency Hospital in Houston, Texas, says both dogs and cats can feel an increase in their level of anxiety because of the loud sounds of Fourth of July fireworks. Dr. Seely recommends some over-the-counter synthetic hormone sprays such as Feliway for cats or Adaptil for dogs, and placing the air diffusers in the area where the pets reside to help keep them calm. Providing a smaller space can also help a pet. "If your animal or dog is one that is used to being in a crate, a crate's recommended, or what would be considered like a safe room of some sort,” he said. “A small room, where they can be enclosed and be comfortable like a closet, might provide more muffling from the noise to help them feel more comfortable as well."
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