Here are 4 tips to help keep pets safe on July 4th. It’s the absolute WORST day to be an animal. The fireworks terrify them and thousands get lost.
1. WATCH THE TREATS!
On July 4th, it is very tempting to want to treat your pet to some of the holiday goodies. Please be careful! Foods such as hot dogs, baked beans, rolls and pie can be harmful to pets. It is quite common for emergency animal clinics to be filled with dogs and cats suffering from a severe bout of pancreatitis during the holidays.
2. KEEP YOUR PET IN A SAFE AREA
Be sure to keep your pet in a protected area where your pet feels safe! Many pets experience extreme anxiety from the noise from fireworks. Please do not leave your pet outdoors.
3. KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR NEIGHBORHOOD PETS
July 5th is one of (if not the highest) euthanasia days at the municipal shelters as they become filled to over capacity on July 4th. Families leave for the evening or (worse! on vacation) with the dog in the yard without realizing that the noise can become so frightening, dogs will dig under or jump over fences to flee the scary sounds. It's hard to ask neighbors to take better care of their pets but for the pet's sake, try to do what you can to help. Please keep an eye out for strays.
4. CHECK YOUR PET’S ID TAG
Make sure the phone number is legible and current.
