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While we are
celebrating JULY 4th weekend, please remember that this is also the time
where many of our beloved dogs escape from the safe comfort of their
homes in fear, because of the noise. Many are never found again.
Many run into the street, so scared that they get hit by cars and their
owner's never find out what happened to them.
DON'T LET YOUR DOG BE A STATISTIC!
Some owners
prepare ahead of time by calling their vets to see about getting
tranquilizers for their dogs. Other owners opt for the all natural route
(always consult your vet before trying something new) Either way, it
helps most dogs to stay calm during all of the loud cracks and Booms of
fireworks and aerials. Another way to prepare for the
4th of July is to be sure that your dog
is microchipped AND has an ID Tag on his/her collar, with your current
phone # on it, at ALL times.
Even if they
are indoor only dogs, KEEP THEIR COLLAR AND TAG ON!
Many owners
feel that a microchip is adequate. IT IS NOT! It only works to reunite
lost dogs with their families if the dog is brought in to a vet after
being found or if the Humane Society
receives the lost dog.
If they are
outside dogs, bring them indoors and make them comfortable to wait out
the noise.
If you keep an
updated ID Tag on your dog, the good samaritan that comes across your
dog can call you instantly! Thus, a better chance at a quick reunion!!
An ID Tag
should be kept on your dog year round but it is most important during
fireworks, public outings and especially during a move.
If you feel
that your dog's anxiety is extremely high and the meds or natural
supplements don't work too well for them, consider placing them in
boarding/doggie day care (ALWAYS research the facility and take a
tour before leaving your dog in anyone's care) for the evening or
consider taking your dog to a friend or family's home that does not tend
to have fireworks going on in their neighborhood.
We hope that
this information has been helpful. |
