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Firework fear CEVA ANIMAL HEALTH

Over 49% of Dog's and Cat's have a fear of fireworks.

D A P is a synthetic copy of the natural canine appeasing pheromone released by the nursing bitch. D A P is the only product scientifically proven to reduce the intensity of fear felt by a dog during fireworks. It can also help with a number of other problems. Please contact us for further advice. D A P is available as a plug-in diffuser, spray or collar.

Feliway is a synthetic copy of the natural feline pheromone used by cats to mark their environment as safe and secure. Feliway is the only product scientifically proven to control the signs of feline stress and may help reduce fearful reactions to loud noises and prevent stress due to indoor confinement. Feliway is available as a plug-in and spray.

Feliway can also help with other feline behaviour problems like scratching and urinating in inappropriate places. Please contact us for further advice.


Top tips to help your pet cope with the fireworks

* Plug in your D A P and or Feliway at least 2 weeks before the firework season starts.      You can 'top up' their bolt hole by additional using the sprays on their bedding.

* In the run up to the firework season start walking you dog earlier in the evenings so        you are back before dark. Lock your cat indoors before dark, and provide them with a      litter tray. Don't put the litter tray near windows, glass doors or their food. Cover your        rabbit / guinea pig house or bring them indoors. Ensure your pet is safely inside and    secure doors, windows and cat flaps.

* Make a bolt hole for your dog and cat. Somewhere they feel comfortable. A place that      is dark and will minimise the noise of fireworks. Create a secure place by putting a        comfortable bed, a favourite toy and plug in a D A P or Feliway diffuser. Get them            used to this area in the lead up to firework season.

* Get your pet microchipped. If they do escape, frightened animals can easily get lost,      and lose their collars.

* Draw curtains, play music and or have the tv on to help mask the noise of fireworks.

* Feed you pet about hour before the fireworks start. This will help them feel sleepy.

* Ignore any fearful behaviour and do not try to comfort your pet. A dog will pick up on        your anxiety and this can make the problem worse. Cats prefer to be left alone to            cope on their own.

* Don't get cross or punish your pet for bad behaviour as it will only make them more       stressed.

* Try not to leave your pet alone when fireworks are going off. Pets may hurt
  themselves or cause damage if not supervised.

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If you would like advice on helping your dog come to terms with their firework fear, please contact us on 01276 850609.