TIPS TO KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE THIS INDEPENDENCE DAY
Firework Noise
Fireworks can be terrifying for pets:
- July 5th is the busiest day at shelters nationwide due to lost pets.
- Microchip your pet and ensure they have a collar with identification tags.
- Invest in a GPS tracker for your dogs that attaches to their collar.
Why fireworks are so scary:
- Fireworks can reach 150 decibels at 3 feet away, compared to a jet taking off at 130 decibels.
- Dogs have a heightened sense of hearing and can hear four times further than humans. However, they can’t always tell where the sound is coming from, leading to panic and a strong urge to run.
- Cats have an even higher sense of hearing than dogs and also can’t determine the noise’s source. They too will bolt and run, so keep them indoors in a quiet, interior room without windows.
Ways to calm your pets:
- Play calming music for your pet. Consider something like the iCalmPet portable speaker with hours of calming classical and reggae music.
- Give your pup strong, firm pets to reassure them.
- Check with your vet about anxiety medicine, such as CBD treats.
- Try a calming vest for your pets, which can feel like a hug to them.
- Keep them in a safe place like their kennel, with a sitter, a friend, or a doggy daycare facility they are familiar with.
Alcohol Can Poison
- Never leave alcoholic beverages where a dog can access them. Dogs can become very weak, suffer respiratory failure, and even die in extreme cases.
Barbecue Safety
- Keep lighter fluid and matches away from your dog. Ingestion can damage blood cells and cause difficulty breathing. Inhalation can result in pneumonia.
- Keep charcoal and kabob skewers out of reach.
- Citronella oils, while good for keeping bugs away, are harmful to dogs.
- Avoid giving rib, chicken bones, and fatty meats to pets.
Fireworks/Glow Sticks/Jewelry
- Ingestion of fireworks, glow sticks, and jewelry can cause excessive drooling and stomach irritation.
- Never use fireworks around your dog. This can lead to severe burns and trauma to their face and paws.
- Unlit fireworks can pose serious health risks if ingested.
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