12/30/2025
One of my pups is highly sensitive to loud noises, fireworks, gun shots, loud cars, etc. Living in the country poses a greater opportunity for him to have a bit more anxiety as these sounds can be rather constant. With New Year's on the horizon I wanted to share some whys and how tos.
WHY:When considering the effects of fireworks on dogs, it is critical to consider canine hearing sensitivity and range. Dogs detect sounds ranging from 40 to 45,000 Hz across eight or more octaves, whereas the human ear detects only sounds ranging from 64 to 20,000 Hz across less than six octaves. Fireworks produce noise levels of up to 190 decibels, far exceeding even the 140 decibel pain threshold for adults and the even lower 120 decibel threshold for babies. Therefore, considering that the pain threshold for dogs is around 50 decibels, dogs are likely to perceive nearby fireworks at exponentially more painful and distressing decibel levels.
Fireworks can cause severe stress in dogs due to their sensitive hearing, inability to predict/control the startling stimuli, and the resulting fight-or-flight physiological responses. Reactions range from mild anxiety to medical complications such as panic attacks, arrhythmias, or even sudden death.
How do we help them?
Providing a safe space
Positive distractions
Training and counterconditioning
Essential oils, Frequency Therapy, Thunder blanket, Melatonin or CBD for dogs
No matter what you choose, choose what works for your dog. Also, start earlier in the day, before all the noise and such. On the ranch I use specific tools. I will use my AO Scanner to balance the energy centers and then run anxiety calming frequencies for Toby. We let him go where he feels most comfortable. No matter what, I tell him it’s all okay, he will be okay.
Keep your pups safe this year. Be mindful of all the noises and no matter what, please don’t take then to see the fireworks.. they aren’t missing out and you are doing them more harm than good.. Be safe.
Any questions, please comment below.🙂
