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Originally Posted by DaisyMom  I'm thinking that fatigue and distraction might be your best friends during this time. They say a tired dog is a happy dog; even if you aren't able to go outdoors to play because of the noise, some indoor fetch might wear your dog out so that he/she will sleep through most of the festivities. Also, buying a special treat that is time consuming, like a Kong toy filled with treats or peanut butter, might be helpful. |
I also believe that showing the dog that it SHOULD be anxious {poor baby, poor baby...} is a great way to create anxiety. Try to keep you both busy, and as normal as possible. A great game of fetch, and a Kong, and a loud John Wayne movie... Chin-up, it's only a few times a year... set your selves up for a good evening, and build on it, each loud occasion! Remember what worked, and change what didn't.