This will be my first encounter with Fourth of July in Salem, MA. I am not really looking forward to hearing the thunderous boom of fireworks, music and strange crowds of people flocking into the city.

Right now i am still recovering from the strange men and their scary ladders who are painting the house next door all week. .. not to mention the moving balloons tied to the neighbor’s fence. Makes me want to hide in the closet or on the bed with the cats.I have been taking lots of Rescue Remedy, Bach Flowers and melatonin. Today i may even take some valerian. Is all this noise really necessary?

Here are a few recommendations from my pet human on how to help dogs like me on the loudest American holiday.

Wishing you a quiet and safe 4th!

Quan Yin

Fireworks and Your Dog

Dog’s senses are much more acute than ours. Sounds such as fireworks, thunder and loud booming noises can sound threatening and overwhelming to them.

* I always recommend having Bach Flower Rescue Remedy around for any type of stress for humans and pets. Make sure you put a few drops in the water bowl, especially on days that storms are predicted and holidays with fireworks, such as the 4th of July. You can find the Bach Flower Rescue Remedy at Whole Foods, The Vitamin Shoppe and other natural food stores.

* For dogs who have extreme fear during fireworks and thunder storms, try adding a few drops of the Bach Flower Remedies Mimulus and Rock Rose to their water along with the Rescue Remedy.

* Reassure your dog that it is ok. Talk in a soothing voice and massage its ears with a small amount of Rescue Remedy.

* Let your dog hide somewhere inside where he feels safe. Make the spot comfortable for him. It could be his crate, the basement or your bedroom. Don’t leave him outside.

* If possible, leave an air conditioner on in the room the dog is in to provide a cool temperature and white noise.

* Play classical music or natural sounds such as ocean waves to soothe and calm him. Don’t play it too loud though, it could have the opposite effect.

For more information on the Bach Flower remedies visit www.bachflower.com/Pets.htm

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