Relaxed despite fireworks!

The fireworks on August 1st bang, flash and crash. The colorful spectacle can be a nerve-racking challenge for our four-legged friends. With our tips, your furry friend will have a relaxing August 1st.

Fun and games
Playing and interacting together is not only an excellent way to strengthen the bond between you and your furry friend. It also helps to relieve excess energy, stress and anxiety and relax. So relaxed, your four-legged friend might even sleep through the fireworks.#

Diversion
A new toy and chews are proven ways to distract dogs and cats when they are stressed. Veterinarians and behaviorists confirm that these tools have a calming effect. Chewing and playing releases serotonin, a “feel-good” neurotransmitter that helps manage stress. In addition, such activities distract the animal's attention and provide mental stimulation, which also helps reduce stress and leads to calmness and contentment. It is always advisable to always have suitable toys and chews in reserve.

Act relaxed
Dogs and cats are empathetic creatures that react to the emotions and behavior of their owners. Studies show that dogs are able to recognize and respond to human emotions. Your keen senses pick up on subtle changes in our body language, our tone of voice, and even our body chemistry. It's a similar story with cats, although their reactions can often be more subtle. If you as the owner remain calm and calm, this calmness will be transferred to your pet. It realizes that there is no danger and relaxes. Therefore, it is important to remain calm in stressful situations in order to convey security to your pet.

Make your retreat more attractive
Whether it's a dog, cat, hamster or guinea pig, a retreat for your pet is an important element in pet ownership. A familiar, quiet place to retreat to reduces anxiety and stress. The sounds of the fireworks should be muffled there. Adding favorite toys or blankets will make this place more calming and attractive to your pet. These familiar objects provide olfactory comfort and promote a sense of security that helps manage stress.

Do not disturb
If your pet is in its retreat, it can recover and relax. It is important that they do not disturb the peace and provide additional relaxation with treats. This will actually achieve the opposite. Respect this safe space.

Calming aids
Special treats often contain natural ingredients that can have a calming effect. Pheromone diffusers emit substances similar to the pheromones produced by nursing mothers and can create a feeling of security and well-being in pets. But other substances can also calm your darling. It is always advisable to consult a veterinarian to determine an individual option for your furry friend.

Veterinary advice
If you observe persistent or extreme restlessness, fear or stress in your furry friend, consider consulting a veterinarian. There could be health reasons that need to be clarified and require special treatment. Find your VetTrust small animal practice near you.

Animally individual
Dogs and cats are individual in terms of their physical characteristics as well as their behavior and personality. Every animal has its own personality, likes and dislikes, just like humans. This can include the type of food they like to eat, the type of toys they like to play with, or even the type of interaction they prefer with people.
By considering your pet's unique characteristics and needs, you can find the optimal solution that will relax your furry friend.