July 4th Fireworks Are No Blast For Pets With July 4th just around the corner, families are looking forward to enjoying this year's fireworks display. However, there is one member of the family who is not - your pet. Animals can be easily spooked by the sounds of a July 4th celebration. When frightened, even the most well-behaved animal can become unpredictable. The 4th can be a very a terrifying and dangerous experience for the dogs, cats, birds, wildlife. Around the 4th the shelters report record breaking impound numbers due to the large numbers of animals fleeing in fear. Please take all precautions to keep your pets safe and please pass this email to everyone you know so they will be reminded to take steps to protect their loved ones. To protect your pet on the Fourth of July, take these precautions: Leave your pet at home - do not bring pets to see fireworks displays or leave them in the car. Keep dogs and cats inside - frightened dogs can escape a fenced-in yard or from a chain. Make sure pets are wearing ID tags should they become lost and disoriented from the commotion. Place pets in an area away from open windows or screen doors - try a hallway or bathroom. Make sure the area is ventilated and that there is nothing they can destroy or that can cause injury to them. Some dogs seek the comfort of their crate when they are scared. Leash them, Leash them and Leash them - if you must take your dog for a walk while fireworks are going off, leash him or her. As always consult with your animal hospital regarding what's best for your pets. If you believe your dog needs to be sedated, discuss it with your veterinarian.

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