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To most people, Fourth of July fireworks are a brilliant, sparkly and celebratory treat, but for dogs and some other pets, the shrieking, booming and explosive display is terrifying and may cause them to panic and flee.
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Starting tonight through the Fourth of July, fireworks shows will spark panic in dogs and cats, who can escape from yards, homes or their owner’s grip and end up lost.
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Every year, dozens of dogs end up at shelters after Fourth of July fireworks shows.
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Dogs at Fourth of July picnics? From Fido’s perspective, yes! Someone might drop a hotdog or even play fetch. Dogs at Fourth of July fireworks shows? From Fido’s perspective? No.
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Fourth of July can be one big, day-long celebration of our nation’s birthday with picnics, barbecues, backyard get-togethers and much more all capped off with a booming display of fireworks. Fido might have a great time at these celebrations, but come the fireworks, Fido can get terrified and escape.
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This year’s Fourth of July fireworks are over, and County’s animal shelters are again seeing a sudden spike in the number of dogs arriving after the displays.
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The San Diego County Sheriff’s Department wants everyone to have a safe Independence Day free of serious injuries or jail time. That means never driving if you’ve been drinking alcohol or taking drugs (including medications that impair your driving), never setting off illegal fireworks and not allowing juveniles to drink alcohol at your house party.
