{"id":1691,"date":"2025-06-11T20:46:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T00:46:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/blog\/?p=1691"},"modified":"2025-08-27T20:48:57","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T00:48:57","slug":"fireworks-thunderstorms-how-to-keep-pets-calm-during-the-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/blog\/fireworks-thunderstorms-how-to-keep-pets-calm-during-the-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Fireworks & Thunderstorms: How to Keep Pets Calm During the Summer\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Canada Day and other celebrations with family and friends make summertime extra special, but parades, fireworks, barbecues, and seasonal storms create plenty of noise, which can trigger pet anxiety for our animal companions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not to worry! With a bit of advanced planning and helpful hints from our caring team<\/a>, balancing summer fun with the need to keep our pets comfy is a walk in the park. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Noise Phobia in Pets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Noise phobia in pets, or an extreme fear of loud or unexpected sounds, is relatively common, particularly in dogs<\/a>. Studies suggest that up to 40% of dogs may experience some level of noise sensitivity or fear, with fireworks, thunderstorms, and loud machinery being common triggers. Cats can also display noise phobia<\/a>, though it tends to be less frequently reported or studied compared to dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trembling, hiding, panting, pacing, destructive behavior, or attempts to escape are telltale signs of nose phobia in pets<\/a>. It’s an issue that often goes unnoticed until the fear becomes severe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Products that Provide Relief for Pet Anxiety<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If pet anxiety is a concern, there are treatments and calming aids that can help, including the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n