How to calm down a dog during fireworks?

It is most effective when you first play the music well before the fireworks start, at a time the dog is already feeling peaceful and relaxed. He will begin to associate the music with being calm and content. Then play the music a couple of hours before the fireworks start and continue to play through bedtime. read more

Drowning out fireworks with white noise or, even better, with “Through a Dog’s Ear” CDs, which are specially created by a sound scientist, a veterinarian, and a concert pianist to calm anxious dogs, makes the loud booms seem less frightening, and shutting the curtains and keeping the lights on helps to camouflage any sudden bursts of light. read more

Fireworks can be a scary experience for dogs, and may even cause them to run away - but this easy trick could help prevent your dog from getting scared at all. Holidays, such as the 4th of July, can be terrifying days for dogs. read more