Happy Fourth of July!
from
Mystical Bullmastiffs
Holiday Safety Hazards
The week of the 4th of July is the busiest week at animal shelters, make sure that all of your pets are wearing up to date identification in case they get lost.
If your dog gets lost, check the shelters EVERY day, not just their websites, but go in person!!! Sometimes lost dogs aren't picked up for a week or so, so don't give up!!
Contact local veterinary offices as well, someone may have found your pet injured!!!
Fireworks can be fun for people, but they're not always pleasing to pets.
Some dogs panic and run away when they hear the loud noises, and that means the Fourth of July holiday is a busy time for animal control officers.
Dog owners can help by confining their pets to a kennel far from the excitement. Another way to mask the noise is to put the dog in a room with a loud radio or television.
As a last resort for extremely nervous dogs, The American Animal Hospital Association says veterinarians can prescribe a sedative.
Pets that get too close to the explosions can suffer burns, hearing loss and eye damage.
The leftover fragments from the fireworks can also cause digestive problems or serious injuries if pets try to eat them.
Information and advice contained on this site is for your consideration only. Please consult your veterinarian for specific advice concerning the care and treatment of your pet.
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