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Four Safety Tips for Your Pets This Fourth of July
Along with barbecues and time spent out on the lake, no Fourth of July celebration is complete without fireworks. Unlike humans, many pets become nervous, anxious and scared at the sounds, flashes of lights and burning smell that go along with fireworks.
More pets go missing on the Fourth of July than any other day of the year. As pet owners we must take every reasonable action to protect our pets and keep them safe during holiday celebrations.
1. Leave pets inside at all times.
Probably the best way to keep your pet safe this Fourth of July is to exclude them from the celebrations. Find a safe and secure spot in the home for them, perhaps their crate or a bedroom. It’s also a good idea to block out sights and sounds as much as possible, such as by pulling the curtains, draping a blanket over the crate and leaving on a radio or TV to drown out the sound. Leaving treats and toys for them to play with will also help elevate some stress and anxiety.Remember, to take your dog on a long walk before the display begins to potty and to tire them out.
2. Proper Identification
It’s important to make sure your pets are wearing the proper identification with your current contact information in case they do manage to break loose and become lost. Microchips offer the most secure form of identification, but tags with your pet’s name and your phone number are also important. Snapping a recent photo of your pet will also come in handy if for some reason your pet does get lost.3. Going to a firework display? Leave your pet at home.
Even though you may be attending a dog friendly firework display, it’s probably best just to leave them at home in a safe and secure place. Large crowds could just add to the stress of the load noises and flashing lights.4. Never use fireworks around pets.
Keep fireworks, sparklers, charcoal, matches and glow sticks away from curious canines as they can contain potentially toxic substances that could harm your pet. Lit or previously lit fireworks can cause severe burns and trauma to your pet.
Lynzee Glass, Director of Communications
Lynzee Glass has always had a passion for agriculture. Lynzee grew up in a small southwest Missouri town on her parents’ beef cattle operation. Her true appreciate for agriculture was developed during her involvement in FFA (Future Farmers of America). Lynzee attended Missouri State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in agricultural communications. After graduation Lynzee worked as the managing editor of Ozarks Farm and Neighbor newspaper, a regional livestock publication, where she had the opportunity to share the stories of Ozark farmers. Throughout that time, Lynzee was published over 100 times. Under her direction as managing editor, Ozarks Farm and Neighbor was award first-place in newspaper- general excellence by the Livestock Publications Council. She has also been recognized in the industry for her writing and photography skills.
Today, her role as Director of Communications gives her the opportunity to continue working in agriculture. Lynzee oversees the website, social media, event planning, marketing and advertising.
When Lynzee is not at the office she can be found volunteering within her church, serving as the marketing chair for Missouri State University Darr School of Agriculture Alumni and spending time with family and friends.