{"id":59114,"date":"2016-12-29T15:10:56","date_gmt":"2016-12-29T13:10:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/tygerburger\/protect-your-pets-from-fireworks-20161229-2\/"},"modified":"2025-03-19T18:03:26","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T16:03:26","slug":"protect-your-pets-from-fireworks-20161229-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/tygerburger\/protect-your-pets-from-fireworks-20161229-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Protect your pets from fireworks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Cape of Good Hope (CoGH) SPCA has issued an appeal to Capetonians to protect their pets on New Year\u2019s Eve amid fireworks celebrations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to a statement released on Wednesday, as dogs are armed with sensitive hearing, they find noisy fireworks unbearable and many become extremely anxious when fireworks are deployed in their surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, countless pets go to extreme lengths to try to escape the noise by jumping over high walls, squeezing through small gaps in gates and fences and jumping through windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every year, the CoGH SPCA sees many bewildered and frightened stray animals coming through their doors in the days that follow New Year\u2019s Eve celebrations. Some of them are severely injured, mostly as a result of being struck down by cars after they have bolted in terror, following fireworks explosions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis New Year, the CoGH SPCA is appealing to all Capetonians to include compassion for animals in their new year\u2019s resolutions. One night of fun for you will be a night of terror for Cape Town\u2019s abundant wild animals, birdlife and pets,\u201d the statement reads. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cYour merriment could also quickly turn to misery should you be found to be terrorising any animals by discharging fireworks at unauthorised sites, an action which will see offenders facing charges of animal cruelty and contraventions of The City\u2019s By-Laws. Should you come across anyone using fireworks irresponsibly or illegally, please report this to the South African Police Services.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The statement also reminds residents that the&nbsp; Firearms and Explosives Ordinance also makes it illegal for any child under the age of 16 to use or buy fireworks and it is illegal to use or sell fireworks without an official permit, except at an officially designated site. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In spite of this legislation, fireworks are still sold in many corner caf\u00e9s to anyone of any age and they continue to be set off at residential homes and gardens where they cause a real danger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How to protect pets from fireworks, as per the CoGH SPCA:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure all animals have identification, preferably a micro-chip or at least a dog tag, because without identification, the task of reuniting lost pets with their owners will be that much more difficult.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If possible, stay at home with them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you can\u2019t be at home, keep your pets inside and preferably in a room that is safe and secure \u2013 create a small den for them with blankets, pillows and a favourite toy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try and mask any noise by drawing the curtains and playing calming music.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Put familiar and comforting things around them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give your pets a nutritious and balanced meal \u2013 this is likely to make them more sleepy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give them something to chew on \u2013 a chewy bone or catnip toys for cats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you suspect your pet will react badly to fireworks, please seek professional advice from your veterinarian who may prescribe a sedative to help them cope. 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