She recommended finding YouTube videos to hear the difference. Loud booms caused by fireworks tend to have cracking, hissing or whistling noises, along with sporadic overlapping sounds.

Some dogs don't react much to the loud noises outside and are able to remain chill, like Smith's other dog, an 8-year-old Maltipoo named Piper. Visual guide How to keep pets calm during fireworks ...

We all get so dazzled by fireworks and music that we forget how occasional loud sounds can lead to hearing loss over time.

A beautiful fireworks show is a great way to celebrate our independence, but the loud bangs and booms, screeching sounds and bright flashes of lights can be downright terrifying for many pets.

Some dogs don't react much to the loud noises outside and are able to remain chill, like Smith's other dog, an 8-year-old Maltipoo named Piper. Visual guide How to keep pets calm during fireworks ...