US EditionKeeping Pets Calm and Safe During Fourth of July Celebrations
- With Independence Day 2025 drawing near, experts recommend that pet owners take precautions to protect their animals from the stress and dangers associated with fireworks and festive gatherings.
- This guidance arises from the fact that fireworks create noise and stress which can frighten pets and lead to risky behaviors like running away or ingesting debris.
- Authorities recommend keeping pets indoors in quiet, windowless rooms, updating microchip information, securing yards, avoiding toxic foods, and supervising pets during events.
- Matt Lumadue noted that while fireworks are enjoyable for some, they can cause distress for pets and certain individuals, underscoring related safety concerns.
- Following these precautions may reduce shelter intakes, which often increase by 20-30% during the holiday, and help prevent injuries or loss of pets amid festivities.
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Luis Medina THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KUNA) – The Fourth of July is the highest-paid weekend for lost pets in shelters, primarily due to loud noises and flashes from fireworks, which can scare pets into running away. Many animal shelters and animal control facilities are reporting a 30% to 60% increase in lost pets, according to national shelter data. This could spell trouble for the Riverside County Department of Animal Services, which is already…
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KUNA) – The Fourth of July is the highest-paid weekend for lost pets in shelters, primarily due to loud noises and flashes from fireworks, which can scare pets into running away. Many animal shelters and animal control facilities are reporting a 30% to 60% increase in lost pets, according to national shelter data. This could spell trouble for the Riverside County Animal Services Department, which is already over capacity.…
Nevada SPCA shares tips to keep pets safe during Fourth of July festivities
Though fireworks are a staple for July 4 celebrations, not everyone enjoys them particularly pets.The Nevada SPCA shared that the Fourth of July "can be a frightening and dangerous time for pets," adding that "July 5 is one of the busiest days of the year for shelters across the country," due to runaway pets spooked by firework displays.Because fireworks tend to stress out our furry friends, Nevada SPCA shared a few tips on keeping pets safe on …
Horry County animal experts discuss impact of fireworks over 4th of July weekend
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) -- The Horry County Animal Care Center and local veterinarians at Meadowlawn Animal Services in Conway are advising pet owners to be prepared for animal anxiety from fireworks over the holiday weekend. Associate veterinarian Elizabeth Heim, who's worked as a veterinarian for over four years, said due to the loud "boom" from fireworks, the unknown loud noise can tend to trigger dogs' anxiety. Practice administrator Gloria Hard…
National View: Not all Americans enjoy fireworks
We don’t celebrate the Fourth of July by crashing cars into buildings or dropping bowling balls off rooftops, because that would be reckless. And yet, we still manage to have a good time. But every year, people engage in another reckless activity that causes panic, injury, and even death to countless sensitive individuals: setting off fireworks. Animals are Americans, too, and they deserve a break. It’s time to end the blasts. Just as they are n…
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