GRAAFF-REINET NEWS - Guy Fawkes Night was celebrated in Graaff-Reinet on 5 November with a cracker here and there, but the Graaff-Reinet SPCA say they're happy the event was relatively peaceful.
"Thank goodness it was quiet, only one dog ran away from its home," said SPCA Inspector, Hillary Chaplin
Ahead of more festive evenings to come, Chaplin advises that, where possible, pet owners stay home with their pets.
"Many pets are terrified of fireworks, and will put themselves in harm's way to escape the noise, which they perceive as danger," said Chaplin.
"If you know beforehand that your pet will become terrified, consult your veterinarian for a safe tranquillizer," she added. In the case of fireworks and crackers, owners must keep pets indoors, and close the doors, windows and curtains. Pet owners can also turn on the TV and provide some form of entertainment to distract their pets, such as toys.
Collars, tags and microchipping is also important, in case pets do escape.
"We are on call 24-hours to collect animals who are lost or injured," Chaplin concluded.
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