About Pets: Independence Day Pet Safety

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Pets From Alyson Burgess, your About Pets Editor Independence Day is often looked forward to by families, and usually comes to a close with brilliant fireworks displays. The food, fun, and festivities, however, can quickly turn into safety hazards for our beloved pets. This 4th of July, make sure to keep the following tips on mind to keep Independence Day fun and safe for the whole family! Keeping Puppies Calm During Fireworks Displays Fireworks are fun for children and adults alike, but young puppies can become frightened and disoriented during 4th of July fireworks displays. Check out this article for some great ideas on keeping your puppy safe and calm when summer fireworks go off this year. See More About:  fireworks fears  thunder fear  gunshot fears Safety Tips for Horseback Riding at Night Many horse lovers indulge in a night ride during the summertime, but those with plans to ride during Independence Day celebrations run the risk of their horses getting "spooked" by loud fireworks going off in the sky. Before you embark on an evening ride in the coming days, read over these night riding safety tips to make sure that both you and your horse stay safe and sound! See More About:  trail riding  riding safely  night riding Fireworks Safety for Pets and Owners Your Guide to Veterinary Medicine, Janet Tobaissen Crosby, DVM, explains how fireworks can be a danger to pets during holiday celebrations, and how you as a pet owner can make sure that your animal companions stay safe during Independence Day festivities and all year round. See More About:  fireworks and thunder  fear of loud noises  summer safety tips 4th of July Survival Kit for Cats You might not realize it, but Independence Day can be a very scary event for your feline friends. Read on to discover things that you can do to make the day less traumatic for your cat and more enjoyable for your family! See More About:  indoor-outdoor cat  safe room for cats  natural stress remedies Pets Ads Pet Safety Independence Day 4th Safety Talks Topics Dog Pet Stores Featured Articles Keeping Swordtail Fish Exotic Pets and Summer Heat Eagle Photo Gallery Why Corals Change Colors Dogs and the 4th of July Independence Day Bird Safety Tips   More from About.com Living with Depression From the little things (managing household chores), to the more challenging (learning to forgive) these eight tips can help you manage depression. More> Symptoms of Depression Concerned that you or someone you love may be depressed? Learn more about the symptoms of this condition, including some you might not expect. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Pets newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement