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And if your area is like ours you will have been hearing a LOT of banging, whizzing and other weird strange noises.
Luckily, paws crossed we all like fireworks. But I remember when I first moved in with mum and dad and I had a huge older sister called Megan who was a old english sheepdog (the dulux dog ~ but she didnt do any painting). She was scared of fireworks for her whole entire life. She was a complete high maintainance dogs. She was allergic to certain foods, skin allergies and was very highly strung. Anything could start her off and fireworks (and wind) was her bug bares. She would cower in the corner/ Howl, pace and even *scream* because of the fireworks. Mum and dad done the remedy rescues things, got a trainer in and even played soothing music but alas to no avail. She was a dog that wasnt going to change.
Hence why they went over board with desensitising us and got all of us when we was pups (Megan was a older puppy when she come to the house). Took us out playing in the garden in the dark (we had a few outside lights on, feeding us outside and doing other things outside so we in the end took no notice of the bangs,whizzes and lights.
For us, the 5th november celebrations have been going on now for about a week (some people dont realise 5th nov doesnt start in october doh!). But we have come across some interesting things that might be of interest for people to read....
http://www.jdtestsite.co.uk/newsletter2.html (BTW we have ordered off of this site and they are good!).
Flippys thought...Remember to be safe this Guy Fawkes night. Dont run away from your mums and dads. Being with your peeps is the SAFEST place for you to be. They wont put you in danger and will be most concerned if you take flight and run away.
As wattons said...
Keep all dogs and cats (and other small animals) indoors.
Make sure they are wearing collars with ID, even indoors - just in case they escape.
Close all windows and doors and lock catflaps to prevent frightened pets escaping.
Draw the curtains to muffle bangs and hide flashes.
Have the TV or radio on at a normal volume level.
Stay calm and act normally. Dogs are very good at reading your emotions. It is better to ignore their fear, as trying to reassure them will only confirm to them that there is something to be afraid of.
Rescue Remedy, from the Bach Flower Remedies range has a calming effect on many dogs - a couple of drops on the tongue is usually enough. Available from many chemists.
I'm the pup in charge in this house...and Quinn is so jealous of that. If he was born 2 years earlier then I mightve given up my throne to him. But he wasnt so he has gotto respect the gurls in here and be a good lil servant to moi! Hehehehe
Be an Angel Day encourages us to do acts of kindness, and to help others.
This special day has strong religious roots. Jayne Howard Feldman, the creator of this day, says she was inspired by angels to create this day on August 22.
The objective of this day is to be like an angel, and do something good or kind for someone. It encourages us to be God's servant in doing good things for others. It is intended to do something nice or kind for someone who is in need of help. The type of angelic help you can offer is not defined or limited. It can be physical, emotional, or spiritual.
Be an Angel Day is for both the giver and the receiver. If you are the receiver, make certain to express openly your appreciation. And, recognize the angel in your life as being sent from God.
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