How to protect your pets as firework season approaches
The Kloof and the Highway Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) said that long bangs cause a lot of distress for animals as they have a heightened sense of hearing.
Firework season is fast approaching and animal organisations are appealing to the community to protect their pets.
The Kloof and the Highway Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) said that long bangs cause a lot of distress for animals as they have a heightened sense of hearing.
“Some animals cause injury to themselves by jumping through glass windows, over spiked fences or by running into traffic as examples,” said the SPCA in a statement.
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The SPCA encourages pet owners to follow these steps:
- Ensure that your animals have some form of identity for example a collar and tag, with your contact details on the tag, and/or microchip.
- If your pets are particularly frightened of fireworks, staying at home with your pets would mean that you would be there to comfort them. Alternatively try and ensure that someone is able to watch them for you or keep your pets inside, draw the curtains and play calming music or the radio.
- Entertain your pets by giving them something to chew on or play with, catnip is a great idea for cats.
- Consult your vet or local SPCA for calming medication. Do not give medication intended for humans to animals.
The SPCA is also appealing to the community to consider using fireworks that don’t have loud bangs.
For injured animals or emergencies, call 031 764 1212/3 during office hours or 073 335 9322 after hours.
Dates to note:
* Guy Fawkes – Thursday, 5 November 2020
* Diwali – Saturday, 14 November 2020
* New Year – Thursday, 31 December 2020
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