It’s that time of year again and while the pandemic has scuppered any plans for organised firework events, it comes as little comfort to concerned pet owners who know the woes of DIY displays in residential areas.
If you’re worried about how your four-legged friend will cope with the loud bangs come Bonfire Night, there are a number of products that can help ease anxiety.
While turning up the classical music and having the treat jar on standby can help, pet supply stockists, such as Pets At Home, have a range of different items that are specifically made to help comfort a stressed out pup.
Sprays and diffusers
Much like when we use certain essential oils in a relaxing bath, certain oils can have the same effect on animals.
This range by Pet Remedy contains valerian, vetiver, sweet basil and sage to help calm dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, rodents and birds.
It is said to work by mimicking the natural calming neuro-transmitter and tricking the fired up nerve cell into thinking it is getting a calming message from the brain.
It is available in a spray as well as a diffuser. You can order it here.
Treats
Food can be a real comfort and while your regular biscuits may do the trick these Calm and Relaxed Mini Bone Dog Treats by Pooch and Mutt comes with a bit of extra zen.
Enriched with chamomile and L-tryptophan, these nibbles have a good review rating with owners saying they helped with car sickness as well as Bonfire Night.
You can order it here.
A special shirt
Much like a weighted blanket for humans, the Thundershirt helps relieve anxiety by its use of constant pressure, particularly around the torso of your pet.
A survey of more than 2000 customers revealed around 80 per cent saw an improvement in their pet’s symptoms when wearing the shirt.
You can buy it here.
