* Yikes! It's that time of year again. Here are some helpful tips to help your pet deal with the stress, found via dogtime.com...
- Keep your dog inside, and if possible, don't leave him alone in the house.
- Drown out the noise of the fireworks as much as possible. Close your windows and turn on the radio or television. - Make sure he has access to his crate or "safe place" during the show, and casually toss him a treat once in a while.
- Act normal! Talk to your dog in an upbeat voice and go about your usual activities. Coddling or babying isn't advised: your dog takes his cues from you, so if he senses that you're confident and unafraid, he'll be more likely to respond in a similar manner.
* Rescue Remedy is a great product to help your pet relax...
* Melatonin can also be helpful.
You can find this at your neighborhood drug store. The people stuff works just fine. Stick it into a piece of cheese and serve.
* Herbal tonics with Valerian and Scullcap work great too.
You can find good herbal tonics at health food stores, holistic Vets, and at many pet supply stores.
Hope you have an enjoyable holiday! Relax, have fun and be safe.
Mee & Dee xo