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The loud and unexpected booms that come with fireworks displays can cause stress, health issues, and dogs can take off running from fright. Many animal shelters see an increase in stray dogs that have run away after holiday weekends.
And last year, Little Foot the cat was surrendered into our care with an infected wound that was caused by May long weekend fireworks.
If you were thinking of setting off fireworks to mark the holiday, think about the harm you could be causing to the pets in your family or to your neighbour’s pets.
If you know fireworks will be set off around your home, there are some precautions you can take to help minimize stress to your pets:
No open doors or windows, not in a fenced yard. Your dog may bolt and run away if they are frightened. Even from a fenced yard. They have no idea what is going on or what to expect.
If you are planning on going out do not take your dog with you however easy going they are.
Away from windows where the flash and noise is worse. Turn on the TV or have a radio playing comforting music for them.
In the day so you can avoid the need to let them out after dark. Even a fenced yard is not secure.
With activities such as playing with toys or giving them a Kong/catnip to help distract them during firework activity.
If they somehow escape be sure to contact the local Animal Services immediately and provide their identification information such as microchip number.