Dog behaviour expert has revealed how to prep pooched for Bonfire Night - including playing them drum and basscloud_download
Published: 28/10/2022 8:54 a.m.
SWSMbehaviour- By Emma Dunn
A dog behaviour expert has shared how owners can prepare their pooch for Bonfire Night - by playing them drum and bass music.
Rosie Bescoby, 37, has revealed her tips in the run-up to firework season to help dogs feel less frightened of the loud noises.
In the coming weeks Rosie suggests playing firework recordings to them when they are in a relaxed, snoozy state.
She said owners should gradually increasing the volume over time so they are not so shocked by the noises on the night.
Owners can also build a den for their dog, which Rosie suggests they make in the place they sleep or where they would normally go to hide.
Over the months leading up to Bonfire night she suggests owners randomly play music such as drum and base or African drumming - noises which mimic firework bangs.
On the night of the 5th November, she warns that owners should never take their dogs outside to a firework display and should always walk them before dark.
Rosie, a clinical animal behaviourist, from Bristol, said: “I think I’ve only met one dog in my time that genuinely seemed to like fireworks.
“For others the anxiety of the noises build up over time.
“They have a different hearing range to us and hear extreme noises.
“We can try and prepare them by playing the firework bangs to them in the lead up.
“It’s important to make sure you do this when they are relaxed and settled but not asleep.
“Over the month you should then gradually increase the volume.
“It means on the night the dog doesn’t even realise the noise of the fireworks as they have become de-sensitised.
“You can also play drumming music like African drum or drum and base over the year.”
Rosie’s second tip is to set up a den- so they have a safe space to go.
“Owners should make it in their bed or where they run and hide too normally,” she said.
“You should make it comfy with chews and water.
“It will then feel like a safe space for them rather than somewhere associated with feeling bad.”
Some owners like to use body wraps to help with their dogs anxiety but Rosie warns that these should be tried in advance to check they are not causing distress.
“You should try them on before the night and observe them to see if it is distressing or beneficial for them,” she said.
On the night, Rosie reminds owners to walk their dogs before it gets dark and the fireworks start.
“I’d rather they miss a walk that day if it’s not possible to walk them before it gets dark,” she said.
“Make sure you have the den set up on the night.
“If your dog is in fear you can give them reassurance but don’t overdo it.
“If they are not coming to you asking for reassurance then you should leave them alone.
“Never leave them alone by themselves in the house or take them to a display.
“Make sure their micro chip details are up to date in ca
Published: 28/10/2022 8:54 a.m.
SWSMbehaviour- By Emma Dunn
A dog behaviour expert has shared how owners can prepare their pooch for Bonfire Night - by playing them drum and bass music.
Rosie Bescoby, 37, has revealed her tips in the run-up to firework season to help dogs feel less frightened of the loud noises.
In the coming weeks Rosie suggests playing firework recordings to them when they are in a relaxed, snoozy state.
She said owners should gradually increasing the volume over time so they are not so shocked by the noises on the night.
Owners can also build a den for their dog, which Rosie suggests they make in the place they sleep or where they would normally go to hide.
Over the months leading up to Bonfire night she suggests owners randomly play music such as drum and base or African drumming - noises which mimic firework bangs.
On the night of the 5th November, she warns that owners should never take their dogs outside to a firework display and should always walk them before dark.
Rosie, a clinical animal behaviourist, from Bristol, said: “I think I’ve only met one dog in my time that genuinely seemed to like fireworks.
“For others the anxiety of the noises build up over time.
“They have a different hearing range to us and hear extreme noises.
“We can try and prepare them by playing the firework bangs to them in the lead up.
“It’s important to make sure you do this when they are relaxed and settled but not asleep.
“Over the month you should then gradually increase the volume.
“It means on the night the dog doesn’t even realise the noise of the fireworks as they have become de-sensitised.
“You can also play drumming music like African drum or drum and base over the year.”
Rosie’s second tip is to set up a den- so they have a safe space to go.
“Owners should make it in their bed or where they run and hide too normally,” she said.
“You should make it comfy with chews and water.
“It will then feel like a safe space for them rather than somewhere associated with feeling bad.”
Some owners like to use body wraps to help with their dogs anxiety but Rosie warns that these should be tried in advance to check they are not causing distress.
“You should try them on before the night and observe them to see if it is distressing or beneficial for them,” she said.
On the night, Rosie reminds owners to walk their dogs before it gets dark and the fireworks start.
“I’d rather they miss a walk that day if it’s not possible to walk them before it gets dark,” she said.
“Make sure you have the den set up on the night.
“If your dog is in fear you can give them reassurance but don’t overdo it.
“If they are not coming to you asking for reassurance then you should leave them alone.
“Never leave them alone by themselves in the house or take them to a display.
“Make sure their micro chip details are up to date in ca
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