17/10/2026
⚠ Does your pet struggle with loud noises? ⚠
With shooting season and fireworks underway, this can be a particularly stressful time for many pets, but also farm animals and equine. Loud and unexpected noises can cause fear and anxiety, so it’s important to plan ahead and take steps to help them feel safe and secure.
Our top tips for helping your pets cope:
🏡 Provide a safe space – Create a quiet, comfortable area where your pet can retreat if they feel frightened. Allow them to hide if they wish.
🪟 Close curtains and windows – This can help reduce outside noise and flashes of light.
📺 Use background noise – Playing the television, radio or calming music can help mask sudden loud noises.
🐕 Plan walks carefully – Exercise dogs during daylight hours, before fireworks are expected, and ensure they are kept on a lead in potentially noisy areas.
🐱 Keep pets safely indoors – Ensure cats have access to litter trays and somewhere comfortable to hide.
❤️ Provide reassurance – Remain calm and offer comfort if your pet seeks it. Never force them out of their hiding place.
💊 Consider calming products – Some pets may benefit from additional calming support during stressful periods.
We encourage pet owners to seek advice well in advance of anticipated stressful events.
We stock a range of calming products, including Zenidog, Zenifel and Nutracalm, which may help support pets experiencing noise-related anxiety.
For pets who experience more severe fear or anxiety, our amazing vets can also prescribe stronger medication where clinically appropriate, following an individual assessment.
💚 Our team is always happy to offer advice and discuss the options available to help keep your pets as calm and comfortable as possible.
📞 Please contact the practice on 01768 484258 for further advice.
