India, Dec. 31 -- As the world prepares to ring in the New Year, a South African veterinarian is issuing a stark warning to pet owners: the celebratory fireworks we enjoy can cause profound physical and psychological damage to our canine companions. Dr Amir Anwary took to Instagram on December 30 to highlight the 'huge increase' in stress-related cases in dogs seen by clinics during the holiday season. Also read | Veterinarian doctor shares 5 tips to keep pets calm and safe from fireworks sounds

He explained in the video he posted that what many humans view as a brief celebration is, for many dogs, a terrifying ordeal they are biologically unequipped to handle. According to Dr Anwary, the impact of fireworks goes far beyond a simple 'sta...