Provide a Safe and Sane 4th of July for Your Pets
The Veterinarians at the Iams Pet Wellness Council have the following tips to help you prepare for a safe holiday weekend for your pets:
- Resist the urge to take your pet to fireworks displays.
- Keep your pets indoors at home in a sheltered, quiet area. Some animals can become destructive when frightened, so be sure that you’ve removed any items that your pet could destroy or that would be harmful to your pet if chewed. Leave a television or radio playing at normal volume to keep him company while you’re attending Fourth of July picnics, parades, and other celebrations.
- If you know that your pet is seriously distressed by loud noises like thunder, consult with your veterinarian before July 4th for ways to help alleviate the fear and anxiety he or she will experience during fireworks displays.
- Never leave pets outside unattended, even in a fenced yard or on a chain. In their fear, pets who normally wouldn’t leave the yard may escape and become lost, or become entangled in their chain, risking injury or death.
- Make sure your pets are wearing identification tags so that if they do become lost, they can be returned promptly. Animals found running at-large should be taken to the local animal shelter, where they will have the best chance of being reunited with their owners.
Iams formed the Iams Pet Wellness Council to educate veterinarians, veterinary technicians and pet owners about the importance of keeping pets on comprehensive wellness programs.
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I’m not afraid of loud noises but I feel bad for the animals who are. Please keep your pets inside and the windows closed to muffle the noise.
Thank you Ashley, some pets do get frightened and stressed out over loud noises so please keep your pet in condsideration when planning a party!!