Dogs become frightened by the noise of fireworks, which is much louder to them than it is to us. It’s important to leave your dog at home while attending firework displays.

The Humane Society of the United States recommends keeping your pets indoors in a safe, quiet area during the July 4 holiday.

Also, they caution to remember that pets may become destructive when alarmed, so remove items that may be harmful to pets or your wallet. The Humane Society also recommends leaving a television or radio playing at normal volume to keep your pet company.

Mistakes for the July 4th with dogs:

• Leaving your dog in an unattended car is a bad idea at any time of the year, especially during the summer months when a pet can die from the heat within minutes. Cracked windows don’t prevent deaths. Pets in cars may also be stolen.
• Don’t leave your pet outside, even in a fenced yard. Dogs who normally never stray may become so frightened by fireworks that they go in search of their owners.

Have a safe July 4!

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Protect Your Dog During Fireworks

Yes, animals still die cruel deaths inside cars each year. Their owners don’t do it on purpose either.

“People mean well by taking their dogs or other animals along with them while they work, visit, shop or run errands, but warm weather can turn a car into a death trap,” warns Nicole Forsyth, UAN President and CEO.

According to a Stanford University test, when it’s 72 degrees outside, a car’s internal temperature can reach 116 degrees within an hour, even with windows cracked!

MyDogIsCool.com is a free resource to help you spread the word about the dangers of leaving dogs in cars during warm weather. You’ll find:

• “It’s hot!” fliers you can leave on a windshield if you see a dog unattended inside a car

• Weather forecasting tools

• “Hot temperature warning” posters that can be hung in store windows

In addition to warm weather concerns, please be aware that dogs and other pets can easily be stolen if left unattended in public places.

Do you leave your dog at home during warm weather?

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Keep Your Dog Cool