Impact of fireworks on Assistance dogs

Fireworks are fun, but they can also be hugely disruptive to Autism Assistance Dogs. Check out this article by Irish guide dogs to find out more! https://www.guidedogs.ie/news-resources/irish-guide-dogs-for-the-blind-highlights-impact-of-fireworks-on-working-dogs-their-owners

Fireworks can be really frightening and have devastating effects for families with autism assistance dogs who can be traumatised and forced into retirement after bad experiences.

Pet owners are advised to keep dogs indoors and reduce distress by pulling curtains and making firework noise less audible by having the radio or television on.