Resources
Trusted information from leading organisations — for pet owners, families and display organisers.
For Dog Owners
Advice from leading animal-welfare organisations on keeping dogs calm during firework season.
Fireworks & Your Pet — RSPCA
Practical tips for dogs, cats, rabbits and horses during fireworks.
Blue Cross — Dogs & Fireworks
Step-by-step plan for dog owners including desensitisation training.
Battersea — Dogs & Fireworks
Calm-space setup and body-language cues to watch for.
For Cat Owners
Guidance on helping cats stay calmer around firework noise.
People & Wellbeing
Resources for individuals and families affected by loud or unexpected noise.
PTSD UK — Fireworks Impact Report
Research into how fireworks affect people living with PTSD or C-PTSD and other trauma survivors.
Sensory Differences — National Autistic Society
Understanding sensory sensitivity and coping strategies for autistic individuals.
Firework Safety — RoSPA
Guidance for families, children and display organisers.
Anxiety UK — Coping With Noise
Support and self-help resources for people with noise-related anxiety.
Community & Organisers
Guidance for display organisers, local authorities and neighbours.
RSPCA/Savanta Fireworks Polling 2025
Public attitudes to firework regulations, advance notice and community displays.
Battersea — Fireworks Fun for the Whole Family
Practical advice on enjoying fireworks responsibly with pets and family in mind.
Fireworks & Horses — World Horse Welfare
Guidance for equine owners before, during and after a display.
HSE — Organising Firework Displays
Legal requirements and best-practice for public firework displays.
Gov.uk — Fireworks & the Law
Current UK regulations on the sale, use and display of fireworks.
Gov.uk — Organising Non-Professional Fireworks Displays
Official guidance for amateur and community display organisers.
Small Pets & Exotic Animals
Species-specific advice for rabbits, guinea pigs, birds and reptiles.
Orchard House Vets — Fireworks Season Advice
Vet practice advice on helping small pets stay calm during fireworks season.
PDSA — Small Pets & Fireworks
Vet-approved advice for rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, birds and reptiles.
RSPB — Wild Birds & Fireworks
Impact of fireworks on wild bird populations and nesting sites.
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