31/12/2024
Happy New Year from the team at Emergency Home Vet!🎉
As we say goodbye to 2024 and welcome 2025, we want to thank you for trusting us to care for your beloved pets. Here's to a year filled with wagging tails, furry cuddles, and happy, healthy companions.💕🐾
🎆🎇But while we celebrate, let's not forget that New Year's Eve can be a stressful time for our furry friends. Fireworks are exciting for us but can be frightening for pets. Here are our top tips to keep them safe and calm:
1️⃣ Create a Safe Space: Prepare a cozy, quiet spot where your pet can retreat if they feel anxious. Include their favorite blanket, toy, or even an item with your scent.
2️⃣ Distract with Play or Sounds: Keep curtains closed and turn on the TV or some calming music (we recommend classic FM between 7pm-1am) to muffle the sound of fireworks. Interactive toys can also help keep their minds busy.
3️⃣ Stick to Routine: Feeding, walking, and playing at the usual times can provide a sense of security.
4️⃣ Avoid Taking Pets Outside: If a walk is unavoidable, keep dogs on a lead during walks, and ensure cats stay indoors to prevent panic-induced escapes.
5️⃣ Consider Calming Products: Consult your vet about calming plug ins, sprays, treats, or supplements if your pet is particularly anxious.
6️⃣ Be There for Them: Sometimes, your presence is the most comforting thing. Offer cuddles and reassurance if they seek it, but don't force interaction.
🩺 If your pet needs emergency care during the celebrations, we’re here for you. 📞Call us at 0208 073 0500 (London) or 0161 394 0942 (Manchester) for out-of-hours support.
Wishing you and your pets a safe and joyful New Year! 🎆🐶🐱