Jamshedpur: With Diwali round the corner, pet parents and animal lovers are worried about the sound trauma their furry friends will have to face as people will be busy bursting loud and even banned firecrackers throughout the night and many during daytime too.Expressing concern over such torture animals have to undergo both inside the house and out on the roads, veterinary doctor V K Singh told TOI on Wednesday, Some people are so cruel that they target street dogs with rockets and love seeing them run here and there for shelter.Many a times firecrackers are tied to the tail of the stray dogs on the roads of Jamshedpur. Such people need to be identified and punished.Dr Singh said, During Diwali, several pet owners from the city visit my chamber or call me up in the middle of the night to seek help as their animals start behaving abnormally after being exposed to loud sounds of firecrackers for hours.He said, Most of the animals try to take refuge under beds or places at home where they feel secured. Animals have to bear with sound pollution more than humans as studies have revealed that they hear any sound 20 times amplified than us.He advised pet parents, animal lovers and activists to put cotton plugs in the ears of their dogs and other animals during the Diwali week and till Chhath Puja to protect them from the sound of loud firecrackers.Dog lover Rimpa Singh, who hails from Sonari area of the Steel City, said, I am making arrangements to accommodate over 10 stray dogs from the nearby area in my house in the coming fortnight. If all goes well, she plans to extend this initiative during the winter months. Pet parent from Kadma, Rohit Adhikary said that during Diwali, he is worried for his dog and his grandmother, who is a heart patient. The administration should take a tough stand and ensure that law is not broken by revellers while bursting crackers. Schools must play an active role in creating awareness among students, who are possible users of loud crackers, he said.Veterinary doctor Dipak Mahato said there are a few medicines available in the market which, if given to animals, can reduce anxiety to some level. We also published the following articles recentlyCar parking tips during Diwali celebrations: Ensure safety from firecrackersDuring the festive season, it is important to protect your vehicle from firecracker damage. Park in covered areas or under structures like trees, and avoid parking near areas where firecrackers are likely to be set off. Do not use a car cover as it can catch fire easily. Consider leaving your car in a known garage or paid multi-story parking if you cant find a safe spot. Take pictures of your parked car to document any damage for insurance claims.Diwali firecracker bursting: Chennai police issue dos and dontsThe Chennai city police have issued guidelines and advisories for the public on celebrating Diwali safely. The advisories include bursting green crackers with permitted chemicals at specific times, avoiding Chinese-made crackers, not bursting crackers near inflammable materials or on roads, and not keeping wet crackers near heat sources. People are also advised to supervise children while bursting crackers and to avoid smoking near firecracker shops. The police have assigned 18,000 personnel to ensure a safe Diwali and will take action against those who violate the guidelines.Try These Diwali Mocktails For Your PetsCelebrate Diwali with your dog by making some paw-friendly mocktails. Here are four recipes to try: Pup-friendly Pawtini made with chicken broth and peas; Canine Coconut Cooler made with coconut water and yoghurt; Tail-wagging Tuna Delight made with tuna and yoghurt; and Bow-wow Banana Berry Blend made with mashed bananas and mixed berry puree. Each recipe can be garnished with your dogs favorite treats for added flavor and appeal.

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