The Independence Day holiday is a terrible one for many pets. We have some tips to help keep your fur baby safe:
- Create a sense of calmness and compete with the noise by turning on a radio or television.
- Place a cotton ball in their ears while the fireworks go on (just remember to take them out!)
- Stay with your pet or have a family member or friend dog-sit for the day to give them a sense of security.
- Take your dog out on a leash when they need to use the bathroom so they are not alone and cannot run away at the noise of fireworks.
- Play fetch with them (not outside), put on some relaxing music, and reward them with treats.
- Most importantly, keep them far away from the fireworks show!
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