A safe New Year’s Eve for dog and owner
The year 2021 is almost over. While we ring in the New Year with a bang, New Year’s Eve doesn’t feel like a celebration for most of our four-legged friends. The loud bangs and bright flashes of light don’t contribute to your dogs happyness. On the contrary, fireworks often cause a lot of anxiety and stress for pets, especially if they also have to go outside. These 5 tips will help your dog get through New Year’s Eve.
Tip 1: Recognize stress in your dog
Many people have no idea when their dog is scared. Of course, dogs cant talk, but you can tell a lot from their behaviour and posture. For example, you can see that the dog is overly alert, walks around nervous and restless, doesnt want to eat and keeps running away. Less obvious is when the dog adopts a low body posture. The ears can go flat or sideways. In addition, some dogs lick their lips a lot, pant and yawn when they are frightened.
Tip 2: Relaxed atmosphere in the house
Make sure things are as normal as possible in the house at the turn of the year, and that the dog feels save and at home. Turn on the radio or television so it’s not quiet in the house. Close the curtains and turn on the lights. Above all, make sure that the dog can get to his own safe hiding place or favourite place and that there’s water and food there. Does your four-legged friend want to snuggle up to you? Protect your furniture and offer extra shelter with a nice dog blanket. EQuest 4dogs, for example, offers fine dog blankets as well as dog pillows.
Tip 3: Provide distractions
Distractions can help the dog reduce stress or anxiety. For example, give the dog a bone to chew on. Even better are mind games, which really force the dog to focus on something else. For example, play hide-and-seek with a favourite toy or give a ball with treats. Distracting the dog may not always be easy. If the dog is hiding in a safe place, just let him lie there.
Tip 4: Go outside well prepared
Around New Year’s Eve, fireworks can be a real headache for dog and owner. An unexpected bang can make the dog panic and try to run away. That is why you should make sure that your dog has an extra tight leash during this period. The best thing is a harness, because that garment is impossible for a dog to get out of. EQDOG and DOG Copenhagen, for example, offer excellent and very reliable harnesses, collars and leashes. Take an extra long morning walk on New Year’s Eve and do a final round early in the evening. And make sure that your dog is visible so that people with firework notice you well ahead.
Tip 5: Stay calm
For many dogs, their own boss is the centre of their lives. Your behaviour therefore has a big effect on the dog’s behaviour. Are you acting nervous? The dog will pick up on that. So, just stay calm and act as if the bangs are normal. Relax and watch TV or play a game with the family. The more relaxed you are, the more relaxed the dog will be.
More tips?
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Introduce (ex-)puppies to Pomppa
The wave of corona puppies is creating a lot of new dog owners. A large proportion of them are going to experience winter with their little four-legged friend for the first time. Help them get started right with Pomppa’s dog coats. Because they keep every dog – big or small, playful or quiet – nice and warm and dry.
Wrapping up warm
You can use a dog coat as a fashion accessory, but for some dogs it is essential to get through the winter in good health. Especially puppies, older dogs and dogs with a thin coat can easily get cold. That’s why a dog coat belongs on the coat rack of the average dog owner. You can use a dog coat against the cold, but also against the rain. And the different dog coats and dog sweaters by Pomppa are always the right solution. They offer an excellent fit, allowing every dog to maintain its freedom of movement and the jacket always stays in place.
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Unique quality and ultimate comfort
Pomppa’s dog coats are very popular because of the ergonomic fit that guarantees maximum freedom of movement. Unlike most dog coats, Pomppa does not use nasty, pinching elastic bands in the groin or at the tail. Moreover, the coats are easy to wash and dry super fast. In addition, the Finnish brand makes sure that the dog coats and dog sweaters come in super nice prints and trendy colors – and for the 21/22 season, the colors petrol and orange have been added.
Easy to put on
Pomppa’s dog coats always fit like a glove. Just as long as you choose the right size and put them on properly. That’s why you should share the handy instructional video that Pomppa has made. The right size depends on the type of dog, the amount of fur, the position of the tail, the intended use of the coat and the energy level of the dog. Because that can affect the perfect model and fit.
Need advice on dog coats?
At NOHO, we’re always happy to help! Would you like to discover Pomppa’s dog coats for yourself? Like to place an order? Or do you want to know which dog coats are perfect for a certain type of dog? Please contact us: call +31(0)6 109 104 63 or mail to info@noho.nl.