4th of July With Pets
The hearing ability of our canine friends is often dependent on breed and age, though their range of hearing is significantly broader than that of a human.
Knowing that fact, it’s easy to understand how your dog could be spooked by fireworks. Their ears amplify sound, so imagine how scared you would be if an extremely loud, concussive boom happened without any warning at all.
Welcome to 4th of July — not a favorite pet holiday.
From noisy celebrations and flying debris to the perils of summer heat, the staff at Twin Peaks Veterinary Center is urging owners to take precautions and keep pets safe during and after Independence Day festivities.
Preparing for July 4th
Animal shelters around the country prepare for an influx of lost pets during the Fourth of July holiday. That’s why we encourage a quick and simple procedure known as microchipping.
During microchipping, the vet inserts a rice-sized microchip into the back of your pet’s neck. That chip contains data and can be scanned by any veterinarian or animal shelter. As long as your pet’s chip is registered, it will ping a database that tells the owner’s name and address.
It’s also best to make sure your pet’s identification tags are up-to-date.
Creating a Safe and Secure Environment
If you’re heading out to celebrate on July 4, leave your pets at home. Even better, leave them in a safe and secure environment that will limit noise from any nearby parties, fireworks displays or parades if possible.
If you are hosting guests, ask them to limit trips in and out of the house and place notes on doors and gates to remind your visitors to keep the pets inside. Alternatively, crate your pet if possible.
Other 4th of July Safety Tips
Be vigilant when it comes to festive foods and drinks, which don’t mix with our furry friends. Check your yard for food scraps, fireworks detritus, and anything else that might be dangerous.
If you need more pet ideas, contact Twin Peaks Veterinary Center in Tucson AZ at (520) 572-8300!