Fireworks

Not every dog is frightened by fireworks BUT many are absolutely terrified and who wants 50-75 Kg of demented, terrified pooch.

This is a list of some links and ideas that we have found useful. Please read them and choose whatever is best for your situation. Here are a few points to consider.

	Minimise the effect by walking earlier in the evening before the displays start, close the curtains and consider background music
	Provide a "safe place" with familiar objects or blankets
	Ensure that your dog can be identified if he runs away. It is a legal requirement to have a name tag
	Start your preparations early, especially if you are considering DAP (Dog Appeasing Pheromone)

Good all round advice from The Dogs Trust

General advice from RSPCA with a chance to support a bill that is currently before parliament and Blue Cross. Also some common sense advice from a vet

DAP
Dog Appeasing Pheromone. D.A.P. mimics the properties of the natural pheromones of the lactating female.

Remember each dog might react differently to fireworks and any of these treatments. Daneline recommends that you seek advice from your Vet and accepts no liability for the information given here