Veterinary surgeon Jon Slattery, of Best Friends Veterinary in Malvern, Worcestershire, said dogs and horses were particularly affected by fireworks.
“The worst one I had was a German shepherd who was scared and jumped through a glass window, cutting itself,” Mr Slattery added.
He said it was becoming more of an issue due to the increasing number of cultural and religious events being celebrated.
“That’s not including fireworks being sold to, dare I say it, teenagers,” he added.
Mr Slattery said he was a “big advocate” of shops only selling silent fireworks to members of the public.
The BBC has suggested a number of measures that can be taken to help pets during firework displays:
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Building a den
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Distracting animals with treats or toys
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Block out noise by closing windows and turning on the TV or radio
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Comforting pets if they need it
Ms Stoker also suggested desensitisation training to help animals get over their fears, while Mr Slattery urged people to speak to vets to see if their pets needed anti-anxiety medication.
