Can dogs get extremely anxious because of the loud noises of New Year's fireworks?
Florida Beahan
2025-07-21 18:58:35
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Dogs have exceptional hearing. If a dog comes running to the sound of a crinkling food wrapper from a different part of the house, you can imagine how sensitive they are to firecrackers. The noise that fireworks make is loud and unexpected and puts many dogs on edge. The loud noises and flashing lights sound and look different every time and come at seemingly random intervals, so dogs can’t get used to them. The noise and unpredictability of fireworks lead many dogs to perceive them as a threat. This triggers their fight-or-flight response. Your dog may bark at the noises or try to run away and hide. They may also show other signs of anxiety too, like restlessness, panting, pacing or whining. Fireworks Can Make Dogs Feel Trapped, so if the noises trigger your dog’s flight response, they may try to run from the threat.
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