As we are looking forward to a long 4th of July weekend, Fido might not be. Holiday fireworks are often a frightful experience for dogs. Here are a few helpful tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable 4th of July weekend for both you and your pup.
• Leave Fido at home if attending activities where fireworks will be set off.
• Exercise Fido really well before leaving home for any festivities. A tired pup is more relaxed when left home alone.
• Keep Fido indoors in a quiet area. Leave the television or radio playing at a normal volume to keep your pup company while you our enjoying the 4th of July festivities.
• Never leave Fido outside unattended, even in a fenced yard or on a chain. When frighten, pets that normally wouldn’t leave their yard may escape and become lost.
• Make sure Fido is wearing an identification tag and/or microchip so that if they do become lost, they can be returned promptly.
• Should Fido become frightened, instead of cuddling a scared pup, try distracting him with playing with a toy.
• Should you pup have extreme anxiety with loud noises, consult your vet about the possibility of medication to help him with his anxiety.
Have a fun and safe 4th of July weekend!
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