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Any reason for Mariner being born deaf ?

My 18 year old Daisy is deaf now too and nothing bothers her.

I guess something good can come from something bad.

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Absolutely daft post! The hearing pets & wildlife DO HEAR IT AND R TERRIFIED!

My dog has eventually become mostly deaf... and now, no longer fears fireworks or thunder.

I took my dog to the very first display I could. I've found if they understand that the display is part of the 'boom' they are way less scared. We hide them in our house, under the covers and all they have is HEARING without understanding where and why. Show your dogs fireworks!

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The last time we decided to set off fireworks (sparklers, Catherine wheels, volcanos, etc) one of our rescue dogs (who was fiercely protective of my Mom) escaped from the house when a visitor opened the patio door and decided to attack them. Cue burnt mouth and emergency vet visit.

Tks for posting this.Something similar happened in Hawaii in 2024.Family stored fireworks in their garage.The massive explosion caused 6 deaths,+20 severe injuries in one family. Hawaii enhanced prohibitions,upgraded possession of large amounts of fireworks to felony & increased fines. It's working.

These guys were under my window last night! Sure of it!😫

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What a cutie ... And look at that tail wag!! 😍

Lovely to see that, though sorry he has to deal with the downside of deafness. ❤️

Um, maybe you could NOT do this today, WRD.

Good for him. ❤️

Some things are blessings in disguise. Not everything, but some. Enjoy the fireworks Mariner..Gus will be a quivering, panting very anxious doggie. 🥺🐶💥

It depends on the pet. I had one dog who absolutely hated fireworks and thunderstorms and would hide under the bed - no sedative could touch that fear. My current dog is shelter mutt/hound mix who was probably bred to be a gun dog. She could not care any less if there are fireworks going off nearby.

If you took THAT as "snarky", I can't help you with that I've worked with many dogs afflicted by fireworks and other sound issues and they all got past it Maybe do some work with your dog to help them, not future their fears that actually come from you? Good Luck! Happy 4th!

None of my dogs ever had issues, but go on speaking confidently about something you clearly shouldn't

Hence “explicit”. Sweet, yes, but could be sweeter

One of my Chis is hard of hearing and isn’t bothered unless she feels the 💥 the other is attached to my lap shivering! ✌🏾

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Thanks for sharing

Mariner is cool though, and looks so happy🫠

We shoot off fireworks instead of guns. Some retrogrades still fire guns in the air in celebration though. I think gradually (or sooner I hope) there will be a shift to idk, drone light shows or something, and only a backward few will cling (with 9 fingers) to the noise, litter and gunpowder.

feels the booms like us

It's so odd to see a dog wag its tail during a fireworks display. I'm glad you told us he's deaf, or I would have thought, "No way! AI !" 😂 Happy to see him so excited! 💖

My Chihuahua was a jet pilot in a former life. Firework, thunder and lightning, fighter jets... nothing bothers her (and her hearing is fine). 🤷‍♂️

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I had a chihuahua years ago (and he was not deaf!) who absolutely loved fireworks! He was a weird little guy. I miss him.

He’s a very good boy.

Aw.

Awwww... sweet puppy! I'm kinda jealous... my dog, Sox, has been a bit freaked out the last couple of nights.

I think that’s called ‘a silver lining’.

Healer, natch...

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Besides the psychological impact on many humans/animals, fireworks are dangerous (burn injuries & deaths), a source of wildfires & pollution. They release large quantities of carbon dioxide, contributing to climate change & poor air quality. There are healthier ways of having fun (drones/lasers)!

Mariner’s deafness shouldn’t be used to justify fireworks. Do we still not know better?

My favorite song too!

Literally the only animal that likes fireworks 🎇🎆.

I feel the same way! I’ve had a lot of veteran students over the years, and I always think of them on the 4th, along with all the animals who are frightened!

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I hate fireworks

/s Sorry.

Worst thing is that they make fireworks without the big kaboom, but people still need to measure their dicks with the noisy ones. My country is taking measures regarding fireworks, and promoting the sale of the flashy, not noisy ones, and yet every Xmas and New Year is horrible🤬

Could kind folks here help another doggo in distress? bsky.app/profile/juno...

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I don't like fireworks and I wish they were at the very least, left to professionals, but every 4th I'm reminded of my old neighbors dog when I was a kid. He would "chase the fireworks" to the end of the yard. He never minded them.

Cool. My dogs, especially Sadie, are not so happy.

He’s loving it, too!

Thats adorable 😍

I kept waiting for that big tree to catch on fire. Of course, I live in the desert where fireworks like this are illegal *because* of the fire risk. (And people still set them off anyway.)

The tail wag says it all!

How beautiful! The JOY!!!!

Deaf doggies for the win ❤️ Except they know not how loud they bark ;)

And how many BIRDS were KILLED with this charming display of pollution and colossal WASTE of MONEY? 🤑💰💲🤑💰💲💯

For us pups not so lucky - don't forget homeopath calming treats

Lovely! While we don't take our pups to fireworks, they never mind them as long as we keep them in the house. Happy 4th to Mariner!

Good patriotic doggo! I’m happy he’s not scared.

My current pal Asa the pitty, has zero fucks about it (but freaks out over getting his feet wet. weirdo) But my previous dogs suffered greatly. tried tranqs until I realized they were both high as giraffe balls AND terrified. Thereafter (and still) I spend the 4th evening in bed covered in mutt.

That's very kind of you!

Fireworks should be silent by default

Hi cutie

That is so sweet 🥹

Our boy loved fireworks.. so much you could also watch them in the reflection of his eyes… once he turned 13 his demeanor has changed over it.. I think he’s just getting up there…

Happy for him, but the other hearing animals are terrified by the sounds.

Maybe Mariner can feel the vibrations, the booms?

Love this.

Ironically, none of my 3 cats care, and only 1 of my 3 bunnies reacted one time, but I'm autistic with hypersensitivity to loud sounds and my stress levels go through the roof every July

What a strange comment.

This just breaks my heart 💔 I am so sorry

My older dog who used to be terrified with fireworks is now deaf ( and his vision is also very poor) so he hasn’t had the shakes this year! I still get completely rattled by fireworks.

sweet heart 🥰

That’s cool 😎. Does the concussion bother him at all?

Awww he's a gorgeous boy! 😍

Our deaf Swissie was the same way. Every puppy we had after we got her was trained, by her behavior, not to be scared by fireworks or thunder.

No. She had been terrified of fireworks and thunderstorms all her life, but after losing her hearing, she enjoyed watching them because the loud noises couldn't scare her anymore.

My deaf boy loves the lights...he helps the fearful hearing pups to realize there's nothing to fear

Look at his lovely waggy tail!

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Fireworks need to be BANNED! Your dog is an exception.MOST animals, domestic and wild, are TERRIFIED‼️

There's a good boy having a fun time!

Is Mariner an Australian Cattle Dog? I miss my Heeler.

Our dog doesn't care any more about fireworks than it does about the gunshots we hear on any given day here in North Idaho. Of course the big booms do get his attention.

Grey has never looked so good!

I knew a deaf woman in high school whose bones in her ear caused her pain. She disliked nightclubs.

hims can feel it, hims can smell it. and hims still get excited boom or no boom

This is one of the few times I’m glad my dog has gone deaf.

Godz help all the other pets and wildlife.

My Boongo got to this stage in her last 5-6 years of her life 🥹

Nature is highly affected by these unnatural light and sound displays, plus the dust and particulates in the air affects lungs. The time for this boom boom light tradition is over. Go to drones which make for a silent, but spectacular show.

That's a PLUS for every animal who goes deaf tonight. /s

I love that for him! 🐾

Drone or laser shows are more friendly to not just our animals but also so much more enjoyable than fireworks

I bet his puppyhood is a great story. How did you find out that he was completely deaf and not just ignoring you?

He doesnt feel the concussions in his body like we do?

That’s sooooooooo sweet 🥹🥹🥹🥹

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All zoom no boom 🫶

I bet the smell is just as fascinating for him.

🤩 Cool he seems delighted, image if all dogs could see them!

He's enjoying the fireworks. 🥰☺️

My dog's not deaf, but he's not bothered by the fireworks. Just other random noises.

I’m not missing the point, at all. I dislike fireworks a lot, for all the reasons you stated. All I was saying is that the people who think the original poster doesn’t care about animals are wrong. Nothing more.

I LOVE that for Mariner! Meanwhile my little rescues are on high alert, poor dears.

Glad you enjoyed them Mariner. My Shyshy is traumatized by last night's display from our neighbor who never respects any animal.

My dog is also deaf and enjoys watching fireworks—but it was no different when she could still hear!

Beautiful boy and lucky he doesn’t have to listen to all the booms! Happy 4th Mariner💙🐾🐾🐾💙