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12 October 2005 Don't forget pet insurance as fireworks night approaches
With the seasonal firework festivities fast approaching and longer nights setting in, animal charity the PDSA is calling on owners to take extra special care of their pets. PDSA Senior Veterinary Surgeon, Elaine Pendlebury, says: “The noise of fireworks can shock a pet into running away causing it to become disorientated, lost and frightened.
“The main danger time is, of course, during the evening, so it’s a good idea to keep cats indoors, bring rabbit hutches inside and exercise dogs during the day.”
The PDSA advises that owners to find out when any big displays are taking place in your area.
"It’s also important to make sure pets are in a room where they feel secure and draw the curtains as soon as it is dark. It may help to put some music on, preferably something with repetitive drumbeats and make sure there are places a pet can hide, which is often a comfort for some animals." The PDSA said in a statement.
Ms Pendlebury concludes: "Noise, smoke, embers and sparks are all hazardous and can cause real distress to pets. PDSA’s advice is to plan ahead. Keep pets safe and keep them indoors."
To help owners the PDSA has published two advice leaflets, Fireworks and Pet Safety and Pet Safety Outdoors.
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