Here you'll find tips on what to do if a public fireworks display is coming your way, or - if it's absolutely necessary to hold a private fireworks display - information on how to make it as animal-friendly as possible.
Public displays
If a fireworks display is taking place in your area and you are concerned about your animal's welfare, try contacting the organiser and asking them to use lower noise fireworks.
Find out if the organiser is your local authority or a private party and explain your concerns. Ask if anyone else shares your concerns and let the organiser know. In some cases, fireworks displays have been altered to reduce noise levels due to public concern for animals and wildlife.
Keep fireworks fun - follow our advice to keep your animals safe.
Private displays
If fireworks must be used to mark an occasion, spare a thought for those around you. Tell neighbours you will be using fireworks so they have time to minimise the distress to their animals. Seek out low-noise fireworks, which are available in most good firework outlets and less likely to cause distress.
Quieter fireworks
The RSPCA conducted research into noise levels of fireworks and found designs of fireworks that create less noise. Some fireworks registered under category two of the British Standards are lower noise. Further information on quieter fireworks can be found in the RSPCA's Keep the noise down report.
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