How Do You Have 4Th Of July Dog Safety?
Sunny Summer months mean outdoor activities and holiday celebrations. Naturally we humans want to share the sun and fun with our dogs! We enjoy a great 4th of July picnic throwing frisbees, sharing great treats, and watching fireworks. But it’s so important to have a safe 4th of July with our dog and loyal companion. Sometimes we forget these outdoor activities can become extremely frightening to our dog or any animal. The heat, very loud noises, unfamiliar people and other stressors can cause extreme stress to our dogs and cats. Every year during the 4th of July holiday, animal shelters experience an alarming upsurge in the number of “strays” found by animal control. These dogs have come to be known as “July 4th dogs”. Please take sensible precautions and have a safe 4th of July with your dog. Please NEVER leave your dog or any animal in an unattended parked car. The temperatures in a car can exceed 100 degrees in just a few minutes. Heat exposure in dogs can result in organ damage, h
