New Year’s Eve is just around the corner, which means so are the celebratory fireworks. For pet owners with anxious cats or dogs, this is a cause for concern and stress. You might even want home remedies or prescription medications, such as sedatives, from a veterinarian for your beloved four-legged friend. To prepare pets and ease their panic for an upcoming fireworks display, here are a few steps owners can take to help their anxious furry friends. 

Try Medications by Scheduling an Exam With Your Veterinarian 

The only way to get prescription medication for your pet is by taking them in for an exam, unless they have a previous prescription. New Year’s is one of the busiest times for a veterinarian office, and sedatives are a popular request. If this is the route you are planning on taking with your pet, schedule an exam early instead of waiting until the last minute.

Visit Your Local Pet Store for Anti-Anxiety Products

If you are cutting it too close to the wire and the local veterinarian is booked solid, try over-the-counter remedies from a local pet store to alleviate your pet’s anxiety. Such available products include anti-anxiety vests or earmuffs.

Provide Your Pets With Distractions 

Whether it’s by giving them a new toy or an old favorite to play with, distracting a pet by engaging them in another activity redirects their focus to something else other than the fireworks. If stimulation through play doesn’t work, edible distractions, like bones or treat-filled toys, are usually an effective method.

  Whether your pet needs medication for the New Year’s celebration or boarding, the expert veterinarian staff at Wahiawa Pet Hospital on Oahu provides top-notch support and care for their four-legged patients, easing the stress of their owners. For any concerns over an anxious pet for the upcoming holiday festivities, book an exam by giving them a call at (808) 621-7000. Visit them online to learn more about their services.