Why does my cat get anxious during loud noises like thunderstorms or firework displays? Is this a common behavior for cats, and is there a way to help them cope with it?

Create a cozy bed or box for your cat to seek comfort in. But put the bed in a room with less windows or a closet. Stay with your cat because if you are there with your cat, they will feel less scared and more comfortable. Because they know that you will protect them from danger. If all works well then expose your cat to a recorded sounds of thunderstorms or fireworks at a low volume and then slowly increasing the volume over time so your cat could get used to the sound. Use products like the feliway because it can emit synthetic feline facial pheromones and this is a calming affect for your cat. Give your cats some treats to calm your cat during these loud noises. If all of this doesn't work then give turn on the TV at a low volume to mask out the loud volume. If it still doesn't work and if it's severe then talk with your veterinarian or pet behaviorist. They will tell you the strategies and medications that can help your cat.

If you want to make cat feel less scared about the fireworks or thunderstorms.

Cats have highly sensitive hearing. So loud noises can be stressful and even startling. In the wild, loud noises could be a sign of danger. The cat will want to hide or seek for shelter to hide from the loud noise. Cats don't understand the source and the loud noises so it makes them feel afraid and anxious.

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