Soft rock and reggae unveiled as new stress-relief music genres for pets during firework season

As pet owners brace themselves for the upcoming firework season, research has been unveiled that challenges the conventional wisdom of using classical music to calm furry friends.

The study indicates that soft rock and reggae have emerged as the ultimate stress-relief remedy for our four-legged companions.

The research is supported by studies which measure the heart rates of dogs, revealing significant decreases in stress levels when soft rock or reggae music was played.

Agria Pet Insurance, specialist pet insurer dedicated to animal welfare, has curated a playlist featuring the finest soft rock and reggae anthems, designed to soothe both pets and their owners during the noisy firework season. This specially crafted playlist provides a harmonious respite for furry friends in times of anxiety.

Sophie White, ABTC Registered Veterinary Behaviourist and Clinical Animal Behaviourist says, “Using background music can help mask the sudden and unpredictable firework sounds from outside. Music with more base, like that on Bonfire Ballads: Soothing Songs to Calm Your Pet, often muffles the percussive bangs quite effectively. For some dogs the music itself can also help to relax them and cope better with the stress they may be experiencing.”

This playlist offers pet owners a powerful tool to provide comfort and tranquillity to their animals during potentially distressing times. As we approach the firework season, the playlist becomes an essential resource for any pet owner.

To access Agria’s playlist and provide furry friends with the ultimate stress-relief solution, pet owners can visit –https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1a0be9fkNU3Jw6CIlNikZV?si=5d63de990f5c455a

1. Physiology and Behaviour – ‘The effect of different genres of music on the stress levels of kennelled dogs’.
2. Superfeedy – The Power of Music: How Reggae and Soft Rock Influence Your Dog’s Behaviour.