Anyone who owns a pet knows that during the holidays, due to the increased confusion from visits from friends and relatives and the perception of new noises or even fireworks, the usual home may no longer be perceived as the safe place that our friends know, generating anxiety and stress.

"Well, don't worry, there are remedies to make your friend feel that he is in the "usual safe place," protected and surrounded by affection."

Adopt a few small precautions that can help ensure that your party doesn't become a trauma for your furry friend:

1. Create a tailored space for him that is reassuring and familiar, perhaps with his dog bed and his toys.
2. While there are fireworks, distract your dog, let him play, pet him, offer him something stimulating to focus on, like a chew toy, a stress ball, give him some snacks to attract his attention and distract him from the noise.
3. "Try to dampen the fireworks with some background noise, by turning up the volume of the radio or TV a bit more."
4. Reassure your furry friend, keep him close to you and pet him, this will help him understand that there is nothing to fear.

You need to be careful, the treats should only be given to reward normal, calm behaviors. Even if you want to comfort him, when he barks or hides, you need to be strong and distract him with games or petting. Giving him a treat during displays of fear or anxiety could worsen the situation and his reaction.