To Keep Pets From Stress From Hearing Firecrackers, Calm Down This Way

Illustration of a pet afraid of firecracker sounds (Unsplash/Tran Mau Tri Tam)

JAKARTA - On the night of a celebration of firecrackers and fireworks were lit. For humans, this may be natural. But for animals especially pets in the house will be very different. Pets, such as cats and dogs have a sensitive sense of hearing.

For this reason this type of furry animal is often frightened and uneasy when hearing the sound of firecrackers and fireworks. During the Eid al-Fitr moment that is crowded with these sounds, you can calm your pet so as not to stress in the way below.

Avoid restricting motion

Reported by CNN, locking up a cat or dog when the noise of firecrackers can make him more agitated. They'll find the safest place to hide. However, if locked up will make the movement limited.

The trick is to calm down, place the cat in a spacious room and set up a hiding place for your beloved pet. In general, cats like to hide under tables or under beds. This will make it more comfortable.

The 'hiding' room can be equipped with equipment for his needs. For example, litter boxes, meals, drinks, and toys.

Make sure not to run away

The movement of the animal when feeling restless will be more agile. He'll run for a safer place. Therefore, do not forget to close the exit access so as not to run away. It is recommended that he not run too far from home.

Set the room light more soothing

In anticipation of flashes of firecrackers and fireworks being caught in the pet's sense of vision, try closing the room with curtains. Set the room's more comfortable light so pets can be calmer.

Tricking the sound of firecrackers and fireworks

If the sound of firecrackers is annoying enough, try to trick the sound by turning on the television or music player. For example, you can play simple music sounds with a medium beat to make your pet relax more.

Distract

The attention of both cats and dogs may be full of the sounds they hear. So, try to distract him by inviting him to play.

Don't punish

Dogs, for example, have different habits with cats. Dogs are used to reward and punishment. When the outdoors is boisterous, build a neutral atmosphere. If possible, avoid giving gifts either in the form of elusant or food. Avoid also giving him punishment for fear.