Ah, the poetic serenity of dawn at Cod Beck Reservoir—a perfect place for nature’s calm to lull you into a false sense of security. Mist drapes over the water as greylag geese glide serenely, trees half-hidden in fog add a touch of mystery, and a skeletal Goat Willow, I’m guessing here, stands at the water’s edge. Truly idyllic, if only we weren’t on the brink of Bonfire Night when peace and tranquillity are about to be blown to smithereens.
Now I’m no pyrophile, or just call me grumpy, but maybe there’s something odd about celebrating with explosions that send cats and dogs scrambling for cover, their owners frantically pulling out thundershirts and calming treats. Sure, we’ve got these options to ease their terror, but perhaps the best solution isn’t a doggie Xanax or a snug vest, but—brace yourselves—low-noise fireworks. Yes, “silent” fireworks (well, quieter, not totally silent) are now available at our most distinguished purveyors of fine goods, like Asda and Lidl. Imagine that: fireworks that let us “oooh” and “ahhh” without sending our pets into a state of panic.
The idea here is balance: let’s enjoy the light show without turning our pets into PTSD sufferers. By embracing low-noise fireworks, we might just pull off a celebration where everyone, from humans to animals, can feel a little less traumatized.
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