With Guy Fawkes Night and New Year's Eve approaching, more fireworks will light up the sky during this time of year.

For humans, fireworks are a dazzling display, but they can be distressing and dangerous for pets.

Experts at QR Code Generator have outlined some of their top tips for keeping your pets safe and calm on Bonfire Night.

Marc Porcar, CEO of QR Code Generator, said: "Simple strategies, like gradually exposing pets to recorded firework sounds or using soothing music to mask sudden noises, can make a significant difference in their comfort."

One method is exposure therapy. This involves gradually exposing your pet to things that cause fear and distress. Start by displaying footage of fireworks on a television or screen in the same room as your pets. Keep the volume low and create a safe environment.

Do this on several occasions, turning the volume up slightly each time. Keep reassuring them, and gradually they will become accustomed to seeing fireworks and hearing the sounds they make.

The loud pops when fireworks are set off are the main trigger for scared animals on Guy Fawkes Night. To tackle this, bring any outdoor cats in for the evening if you are expecting fireworks. Play some relaxing but distracting music for your pets. Classical music is a good option.

There are also playlists made specifically for dogs or cats on Spotify or YouTube, and provide plenty of entertainment for your pet. The more time they spend without distraction, the more likely they will be bored and stressed.

For dogs, provide plenty of toys or treats they can chew on, kong toys and chew sticks are good options. Other puzzle toys or mats that stimulate their brains are a good idea too.

Cats can be distracted in a similar way, try a laser pointer or a toy that mimics prey for them to hunt, or ‘cat TV,’ which can be found on YouTube.

If you can’t keep your pet in one room for the night set up and provide some hiding places for them.

These hiding places can be created under or behind furniture, in a quiet corner, in an airing or understairs cupboard, or create the space yourself.

Cats specifically feel safer up high where they can see the rest of the room, so creating a small nest of blankets on top of a wardrobe could be suitable.

The best advice for pet owners who are particularly concerned is to talk to your vet.

Vets can offer alternatives for animals afraid of fireworks, especially when other methods don’t work.