Happy 4th of July everyone
 

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Protect your Pets this 4th of July.

Nearly two out of every three single-family homes in this country have a dog, according to industry surveys.
Portland ranks No.1 as the best all-around city for dogs in America (Dog Fancy magazine, October 2006). That means there are a lot of dogs and a lot of dog lovers in this area. So while Independence Day can be a fun celebration for us humans, it can be very traumatic for our dogs.
Dogs don’t like fireworks. Bangs, explosions and bright lights accompanied by screams, sirens and howling dogs create fear and confusion. It is not unusual for dogs to run away from home after being frightened by fireworks. Here are some tips to protect your dogs and keep them safe:
n Don’t leave your dogs outside; bring them inside to protect them. If this is not possible, cover the crate or kennel with a blanket to offer some protection from the bright flashes and loud bangs. Remember that a dog’s sense of hearing is acute.
n Keep you dog confined, and don’t let him answer the front door. Your dog may be under significant stress, which may result in unnecessary injury to innocent parties or cause your dog to dart out though the front door and get lost.
n Create a special “den” where your dog feels safe. A properly introduced crate or kennel can be a great den for your dog.
n Keep windows and curtains closed to reduce noises and bright flashes.
n Turn on the TV, radio or a fan to distract your dog from the loud noises outside and to help it relax. Classical music has shown to be the most calming.
n It may be hard, but try to stay with your pet during the majority of the fireworks duration. A dog can often react differently to a bang when you are not there.
n Always have ID securely on your dog in case your dog gets out. Talk to your vet about micro-chipping your dog. Make sure that your vet hospital and/or animal shelter have recent information in their databases about you and your pet.

Thanks for the info! :thumbup: Happy 4th of July to you too!! :D

Thanks for reminding us Lori...Happy 4th of July to you too.:D

[:flag42: Thanks for the reminder, Lori!!!]

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Happy 4th of July and thank you for the information!!

Have fun and stay safe everyone!!!

:thumbup: thanks for reminding:) happy 4th everyone:usaheart:

Happy 4th!

thanks for all the reminders!

Thanks Lori!! Have a good 4th of July!!:smileyfla

Happy 4th everyone.

Thanks for the tips - thank goodness both my boys are completely unaffected by thunder or fireworks! I've had dogs that went nuts with either/both.

Happy Fourth!!!!! :usaheart: :usastar: :flag42: :usastar: :usaheart:

Happy 4th YT!!! :D