It is said that July 5 each year is one of the busiest days at animal shelters. Companion animals flee in fright the night before with all the loud noises from fireworks and are found miles from their homes, disoriented and exhausted. Anxious families often end up searching streets and shelters looking for their treasured family member whose fear drove them to jump a high fence or break their tether.
Remember, if your pet is upset by thunder or other loud noises, then certainly fireworks and firecrackers will be just as terrifying. Please consider safe practices for your pets even several days before and several days after the Fourth of July since firecrackers are very popular and are going off all throughout neighborhoods and communities.
Some suggestions are:
• Leave pets home — pets won’t enjoy fireworks displays.
• Keep pets inside in a safe place with the radio or TV on to help disguise some of the terrifying noise.
• Consult your veterinarian in advance if you think your pet should be medicated.
• Unused fireworks can pose a danger as many contain potentially toxic substances, including potassium nitrate, arsenic and other heavy metals — keep them out of reach of your pets.
The Humane Society of Northwest Georgia urges everyone to take this holiday time seriously for our terrified companion animals ... keep them safe at all times.
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June 30, 2012
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