Laura Hampson

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Laura Hampson is Deputy Lifestyle Editor at The Independent. Prior to joining The Indy, she has worked at, and written for, Glamour magazine, Yahoo Style, Evening Standard, Stylist, The Knot, Culture Trip, Mamamia, and BA High Life among others. She covers everything from women's rights to beauty, wellness, personal finance, books, and far-flung locales. Email her at laura.hampson@independent.co.uk.

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<p>The unpredictability and the noise from fireworks can be particularly hard on <a href="/topic/dogs">dogs</a> who perceive the sounds to be a threat, and it can trigger their fight-or-flight response</p>

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