13 steps to keep your dog safe from fireworks and bangers at Halloween

Is your dog spooked by fireworks? Here are some tips that might help them this Halloween

Eight-week-old puppies Annabelle, Luna and Penny at Dogs Trust Ireland. The charity has seen an alarming 358% increase in people seeking advice on how to help their dogs cope with fireworks this year. Picture: Fran Veale

Halloween is a time of frights and surprises, but one member of your family will need extra care when things go bump — or bang — in the night.

Dogs can become very frightened at Halloween, especially when fireworks or bangers go off near your home. Loud noises like these can make your dog extremely anxious and they might even escape if the opportunity arises for them.