Hi Renee--just
getting back to you about the sounds of fireworks. I saw that you are offering a "safe
haven" for our pets, but the reason
I asked is for at least a week before--and after July 4th, people continue this abuse in all neighborhoods so I
was wanting some noises to help Miss
Scarlett with this; as well as for other pet owners.
Desensitize Fireworks BEFORE the Day!
I would encourage that anytime you hear fireworks, you
have a party with your dog! Give her
great treats (like steak) and then when the fireworks stop --the party
stops. Sometimes dogs like to go into
their kennels because they feel safe; in that case I might give them a good
chew bone and let them stay in their kennel for the duration of the
fireworks. The best bet is to
desensitize before this season comes around by purchasing a CD with
fireworks on it and starting it out really softly to coordinate your dog’s
threshold and give cookies. Then as your dog becomes more comfortable, turn the sound up. Continue this process until you have the
fireworks blaring out the stereo :)
