Companion Animal Welfare

Dog Fireworks Legislation Advocacy

Fireworks cause severe distress to millions of dogs - legislative reform restricting their sale and use would prevent massive preventable suffering.

Key Facts

Surveys indicate over 45% of dogs show fear responses to fireworks
Fireworks-related presentations at veterinary practices spike around Bonfire Night and New Year
Anti-anxiety medication prescriptions peak in October-November each year
Many countries restrict fireworks to licensed public displays only
Community consultation models in some jurisdictions have successfully reduced private firework use

Welfare Considerations

Fireworks cause intense fear in a large proportion of the dog population - causing real suffering for predictable, preventable periods each year. Legislative restriction of private firework use would prevent massive annual welfare harm.

What You Can Do

Sign petitions calling for fireworks to be restricted to licensed public displays
Contact your MP or local authority about firework use restrictions
Share information about fear management with dog owners before firework season