June 30, 2008
ONE… TWO… HEY, WHERE’S HERSCHEL?
If he’s your dog or cat, he shouldn’t be anywhere near the fireworks this Fourth of July
We know Knuckles is part of the family.
We understand Lucy loves to be outside, especially when the backyard is full of people.
We also know you love your pets so much that you’d feel terrible if something happened to them. That’s why we suggest finding an alternative for your dog or cat while you enjoy your Fourth of July fireworks.
Here are some tips:
- If possible, keep your pets indoors at home in a sheltered, quiet area. Some animals can become destructive when frightened, so be sure that you've removed any items that your pet could destroy or that would be harmful to your pet if chewed.
- Leave a television or radio playing at normal volume to keep your pet company while you're attending Fourth of July picnics, parades, and other celebrations.
- Ask your vet what to do if you know that your pet is seriously distressed by loud noises, like thunder. He or she should have ways to help alleviate the fear and anxiety your pet might experience during fireworks displays.
- This is an obvious one (or should be), but do not leave your pet in the car. With only hot air to breathe inside a car, your pet can suffer serious health effects, even death, in a few short minutes. Partially opened windows do not provide sufficient air, but do provide an opportunity for your pet to be stolen.
- Never leave pets outside unattended, even in a fenced-in yard or on a chain. In their fear, pets who normally wouldn't leave the yard may escape and become lost, or become entangled in their chain, risking injury or death.
- Another obvious one -- make sure your pets are wearing identification tags so that if they do become lost, they can be returned promptly. Animals found running at-large should be taken to the local animal shelter, where they will have the best chance of being reunited with their owners.
Source: http://www.hsus.org/
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