Your Dog Survived The Fireworks. Now They Need Time To Recover | Dog Training

Your Dog Survived The Fireworks. Now They Need Time To Recover | Dog Training

July 6, 2026 · 6 min · Episode 214

About this episode

This episode discusses how dogs recover from stress after fireworks and how owners can support them during this process.

The noise has stopped. The holiday is over. But your dog is still jumpy, restless, reacting to things that normally wouldn't bother them, and you're starting to wonder if something is wrong. In this episode, Em explains what's actually happening inside your dog's body after a stressful event and why recovery often takes much longer than most dog parents expect. If you've been worried that your dog should be "over it" by now, this conversation will help you understand what normal recovery really looks like and how to support your dog through it. You'll Hear: Why your dog may still seem stressed days after the fireworks are over. What cortisol does in the body and how it affects recovery after a fear event. Why less activity, less pressure, and more rest may be exactly what your dog needs right now. If your dog isn't acting like themselves after fireworks season, this episode will help you stop second-guessing what happened and start supporting the recovery process with more confidence and less worry. Free Resources & Support 🐾 Help Us Hit the Road We're raising money to take this podcast on the road — an RV, a microphone, and 20 years of experience coming to you. 👉…

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