Some dogs don't mind the noise and can go out with you and your family in all the noise, fun, and caos this holiday brings.
Did you know that the 4th of July and the 5th of July is the busiest day of the year for our animal shelters. They are crowded already and they hardly have room to house the dozens of dogs that escape and break out from the fear and sounds of the fireworks.
MICROCHIPPING CAN SAVE YOUR DOGS LIFE and BRING HIM HOME
Please, Please, Please Microchip your dogs, even if they wear id tags those can come off, and with a microchip they can still find their way back home to you quickly and safely.
Getting your dog a Microchip is quick and no different than a simple shot and it will last forever.
VIP will be at Pet Food Express in Roseville on Tuesday evening from 3:30 - 7:30pm and they would be happy to microchip your pet for $39. Small price well invested to keeping your dog safe.
TAKING YOUR DOG WITH YOU
If you plan to take your dog with you to the festivities and your dog doesn't react to the loud noises please make sure your dog CANNOT slip out of their collar and keep them on a short leash with you.
LEAVING YOUR DOG AT HOME
If you have a dog that is fearful or easily frightened by noises or if its your first 4th of July with your dog and you do not know how they might act.
- Keep them indoors. If you have a doggy door close it. I have seen dogs bust right through well secured fences or jump fences when they have never tried before.
- Exercise them during the day or early morning a tired dog is much less reactive to things they are fearful of.
- Keep their brains busy while you are gone a kong with peanut butter or a treat ball works great.
- Leave the tv or radio on rather loud and maybe a fan too to help buffer the outside noises.
- Try talking to your vet if your dog is very fearful - your vet might have a mild drug that will help your dog cope with the noise.
- Their are a many number of things you can buy and try at your local pet store all dogs are different so these won't work for all dogs but you can definitely try them out and see if they will work for yours.
- Calming pills
- Aromatic plug ins that help to calm
- Thundershirt
- etc..
ALTERNATIVES TO LEAVING YOUR DOG AT HOME
- Stay home with your dog :)
- Take your dog to a daycare or boarding facility that is small scale in someones home where your dog will not be alone for the evening while you are out.
- Or a friend or family members house who adores your dog and plans on staying in for the evening.
I wish you and your dogs a happy and safe 4th of July!
As always feel free to call or email me with any additional questions you may have.
trainer@pawsinprogress.com
www.pawsinprogress.com
office (916) 735-7496 / cell (916) 956-8036
