4th of July Fireworks-I don't want her to be scared! - Page 2 - YorkieTalk.com Forums

Anna Banana · 06-25-2007, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan & Corinne

We live about 15 min. away from Disneyland so we hear fireworks evey night at 9:40 pm! It's more faint than the local 4th of July fireworks but I'm hoping since they are used to Disneyland that having the sound louder will be taken with a grain of salt.

On top of that, we just had the Space Shuttle land in CA and we got the Sonic Boom and they did ok with that too. They barked and ran to the door but calmed right down.

Good luck to all of you!

Oh yeah, I forgot about the Sonic Boom...Wobie didn't even care! Lol!

angelee · 06-27-2007, 05:18 AM

I found this on Dogchannel.com

Tips for Dogs and Fireworks
Keep July 4th safe for your dog with these eight tips.

While July 4th celebrations are fun for us, the bright flashes and loud noises of fireworks can be downright frightening for dogs.

To keep your dog safe and comfortable this summer, the International Association of Canine Professionals offers these tips:

1.Keep your dog at home when you go to celebrations where fireworks will be set off.
2.Provide your dog with a safe and comfortable place that will help her feel more secure.
3.Close blinds or curtains to keep out the flashes created by fireworks, and turn up the TV or radio to help muffle the loud noises.
4.Keep your dog out of his crate during the fireworks.
5.If he gets frightened or panicked, he could injure himself.
6.Consider herbal remedies or prescription sedatives – ask your veterinarian about the best options for your dog.
7.Give your dog a massage before and during fireworks to help keep him calm.
Attach a leash to your dog, should he try to escape. Make sure he’s wearing his ID tags, too, in case he does manage to slip out.
8.Try not to comfort or baby your dog too much. If you offer soothing words and gestures, he may misinterpret your actions as praise for being frightened.
Act as “matter of fact” as possible to help show your dog that there is nothing to worry about.

marcerella02 · 06-27-2007, 08:28 AM

she might surprise you! I took Layla last year... I spent last summer in the Soo and we live on the boarder of Canada/US so we got both Canada Day and 4th of July fire works. I wrapped her in a blanket and put her in my jacket and she slept through the whole thing! I'm not sure how she will do this year... she seenms to have gotten "jumpy" in the past few months, but i plan on doing the same thing, i think as long as she feels close to me and safe, she isn't bothered by them.

bebeyorkie · 06-27-2007, 05:22 PM

Is Rescue Remedy safe for them when pregnant?

SJK1113 · 06-27-2007, 05:30 PM

I've been wondering the same. Jake doesn't really like thunder much, so I don't think he will like fireworks.

06-27-2007, 05:18 AM	#17
angelee Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Burtonsville, MD Posts: 260	I found this on Dogchannel.com Tips for Dogs and Fireworks Keep July 4th safe for your dog with these eight tips. While July 4th celebrations are fun for us, the bright flashes and loud noises of fireworks can be downright frightening for dogs. To keep your dog safe and comfortable this summer, the International Association of Canine Professionals offers these tips: 1.Keep your dog at home when you go to celebrations where fireworks will be set off. 2.Provide your dog with a safe and comfortable place that will help her feel more secure. 3.Close blinds or curtains to keep out the flashes created by fireworks, and turn up the TV or radio to help muffle the loud noises. 4.Keep your dog out of his crate during the fireworks. 5.If he gets frightened or panicked, he could injure himself. 6.Consider herbal remedies or prescription sedatives – ask your veterinarian about the best options for your dog. 7.Give your dog a massage before and during fireworks to help keep him calm. Attach a leash to your dog, should he try to escape. Make sure he’s wearing his ID tags, too, in case he does manage to slip out. 8.Try not to comfort or baby your dog too much. If you offer soothing words and gestures, he may misinterpret your actions as praise for being frightened. Act as “matter of fact” as possible to help show your dog that there is nothing to worry about. __________________ Horatio, my sweet boy. You aren't the boss of me...my Yorkie is. "Yorkie's are like peanuts...you can't have just one" Cindy Adams

06-27-2007, 08:28 AM	#18
marcerella02 Loved by Layla Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 11,257	she might surprise you! I took Layla last year... I spent last summer in the Soo and we live on the boarder of Canada/US so we got both Canada Day and 4th of July fire works. I wrapped her in a blanket and put her in my jacket and she slept through the whole thing! I'm not sure how she will do this year... she seenms to have gotten "jumpy" in the past few months, but i plan on doing the same thing, i think as long as she feels close to me and safe, she isn't bothered by them. __________________ http://misscanam.blogspot.com/ Layla 's Simon

06-27-2007, 05:22 PM	#19
bebeyorkie YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: california Posts: 659	Is Rescue Remedy safe for them when pregnant? __________________ Bebe Toby Apple Our Beautiful Shells We will forever Love You 1994-2009

06-27-2007, 05:30 PM	#20
SJK1113 No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: usa Posts: 2,150	I've been wondering the same. Jake doesn't really like thunder much, so I don't think he will like fireworks.