How we help pets during the winter holidays, full of crackers and loud noises

First of all, during the winter holidays, when firecrackers, firecrackers and fireworks are heard everywhere, it is necessary to take safety measures. We know well that few dogs tolerate the noise they produce, which is why a very high number of losses are recorded during the holidays. Due to the loud noise, dogs get scared and try to run away. Unfortunately, some succeed. Therefore, if you have the opportunity during the holidays, take extra precautions so that the dog cannot escape from the yard (if you have an outdoor dog). During the night, especially on New Year’s Eve, try to shelter him in a closed place, in the house, in an entrance, in a garage, in a stable. If you still leave him out in the yard, make sure the fence is high enough so he can’t jump over it and if you keep him tied up, make sure the ties are solid so he can’t escape.

Those who have pets at home both on New Year’s Eve and on other days can distract them by slightly raising the volume of the TV and closing the windows so that as little external noise as possible can be heard inside.

During this period, try to guess the time of day when they feel less likely to take the quadruped for a walk. Since the noises are less frequent, try desensitizing him with treats, whether you are indoors or outdoors. For every noise that scares your pet, give him a reward (whether it’s food or a toy he likes) so that he associates that unpleasant noise with something good. Avoid picking him up or acting excessively (carefully) at the time of the noise. This action only makes the animal panic and reinforces the idea that the noise is something serious if it sees that you will panic too. During the winter holidays, if you are closer to pets, use daily food portions as rewards so that frequent rewards given throughout the day are not added to the daily food portion, thus avoiding overfeeding the pet.
During this period, do not leave your dog off the leash for any reason. No matter how trained he is, when he hears a bang he can get scared and run away, risking a car accident or losing her. If you can, place a cage in your home covered with a blanket where he can shelter. Some dogs find refuge in such a place and feel much better in a confined space. If you don’t have a cage, you can improvise a safe place where they can crawl out of beds and chairs.

We recommend a timely visit to the vet who will be able to help you choose which of the supplements dedicated to stress/anxiety is most suitable for your pet.

The quadruped’s preparation for this stressful period begins early, from the beginning of December. On our site there are useful products for this period and beyond. Most supplements to calm your pet, cat or dog can be administered long-term as they are mainly plant-based products. Therefore, as a precaution, you can start taking them from the beginning of December.

As useful measures, we recommend:

Bachus calm and courageous

BACHUS Calm&Brave is a tasty food supplement for dogs and cats, a supplement that supports the nervous system and mental function, helping to manage stressful situations. It has a composition rich in active ingredients, designed to increase the ability to adapt to changing environmental conditions, to support a good mood and to improve the quality of sleep. Valerian root extract helps the animal to relax and remain calm in stressful or tense situations. L-tryptophan stimulates the body’s production of serotonin, the hormone responsible for mood, positive emotions and sleep quality. Rhodiola rosea – an adaptogen, which contributes to maintaining vitality, resistance to fatigue, promotes the body’s recovery after stressful periods, maintains a good mood and moderates reactions.

KalmVet

KalmVet – Twist Off capsules are very palatable and easy to administer even to cats. It guarantees the quality and freshness of the ingredients, which can oxidize very quickly. Only the contents or the capsule can be administered as is. The correct dosage and administration period depend on the individual needs of the animal and will be established by the veterinarian.
The capsules contain seed oils, fruits and their derivatives, chamomile, valerian, tryptophan (amino acid precursor of the neurotransmitter called serotonin)

WeCalm

WeCalm is a calming and relaxing supplement for dogs and cats based on: peptazine, L-tryptophan, theanine. Vitamins B1, B3 and B6

Calm and relax. Twist Off

Based on sunflower oil, glyceryl monostearate, soy lecithin, tryptophan, taurine, green tea leaf extract, valerian extract fights stress and anxiety in dogs

Calmex for puppies
OR
for cats
Calmex contains a unique combination of L-tryptophan, phosphatidylserine (in the form of lecithin), Rhodiola Rosea extract, Passiflora Incarnata extract and a complex of B vitamins that help relax dogs and cats that are under stress or experiencing states of anxiety, fear or nervousness

Pali-Calm Dog

Pali-Calm vitamins, administered daily, provide animals with a good general condition, while ensuring the nutrients necessary for a balanced diet. They contain: l-tryptophan, l-theanine, GABA (gamma-amino-butyric acid), Passiflora Incarnata extract, insositol, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, ginger root. They will probably be your four-legged friend’s favorite because they have a delicious pork liver flavor, so they will be accepted very easily when administered.
With some precautionary measures adopted in advance, with some desensitization exercises started in advance, we and our animals will be able to enjoy peaceful holidays, without accidents and unwanted stressful situations. Feel free to call our online chat to get more tips and advice on how to overcome the stressful time caused by firecrackers.