Many animals are terrified by the sound of Guy Fawkes celebrations and could injure themselves as a result.
Pet owners are being urged to consider the effect that Bonfire Night may have on the health and wellbeing of their cats, dogs and other animals and to ensure they have adequate pet insurance cover in place to protect against firework fear.
According to the insurance provider RIAS, hundreds of pets suffer injuries through panic and stress around November 5th, which can result in costly vet bills as well as causing pain and distress for the animal.
RIAS is advising pet owners to make sure their animals are kept indoors and cannot escape if they are frightened by loud noises. It claims music can help to drown out the sound of fireworks and make pets more relaxed and insists animals should never be left alone in the house on Bonfire Night.
However, accidents can still happen and pet owners should make sure they are covered by adequate pet insurance, as this will help to offset any financial strain caused by injuries to distressed animals, it adds.
According to the RSPCA, around 45 per cent of dogs demonstrate signs of alarm when they hear firework noises, which means that up to three million of the UK's canine companions could be affected this year.
