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Dog safety ahead of Halloween and Bonfire NightAs Halloween and Bonfire Night approach, we’re reminding dog owners that not all members of the family enjoy it. Loud noises, busier homes and changes in routine can cause your pets to become extremely distressed and act in ways that may be out of character. We are continuing to see demand on our force following dogs causing injury to their owners, families, and people in our communities. On average in the UK, a person dies from a dog attack every five weeks. We want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable Halloween and Bonfire Night and it is important that owners take action and responsibility. Leading the work on dangerous dogs, Chief Inspector Emma Cheney explains more. She said: “You may already understand your dog and anticipate their behaviour, or you may be a new pet owner and unaware of your dog’s reaction, from the sound of fireworks, or from an unusual amount of people in your home. “If your dog becomes stressed or anxious, it can take days for them to calm down and return to their normal behaviour, so it’s important to remember to be understanding, vigilant and aware the days after your dog has displayed any type of distress or change in behaviour. “There are simple things you can do to keep your dog calm and reduce the risk to your family and community.” What can I do to help my pet with the sound of fireworks? Provide your dog with a quiet and safe place. Leave toys in the area so your dog associates it with feeling calm and safe Walk your dog in daylight hours Put the radio on Close windows and curtains to muffle the sound of the fireworks If you are hosting a celebration, follow these top tips below to keep everyone in your home safe: Provide your dog with space to move away from the people in your home Always supervise your dog and children - pay attention to what is happening so you can intervene at the earliest opportunity Encourage gentle stroking and do not allow children to pull, grab or sit on the dog Do not allow people unknown to your dog near them if it is eating, sleeping, or with items that belong to him/her, such as toys If you see that your dog is becoming worried or agitated, or anyone is becoming frightened, then intervene and provide a safe space for each of them to have some time alone For those trick or treating with small children, please remember not every dog is friend  | ||||
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