04/07/2025
Today is the day thatâs full of firework pops đ What should you do to help your dog today?
đ„ Exercise during the daylight, take advantage of the cooler temps!
đ„ Donât forget to walk your fenceline for any gaps where your dog could push out and escape if scared. Be sure to double check those those gate latch doors!
đ„ Always supervise playtime outside and join in on the fun! You never know when there could be a surpise BOOM and you need to be there to reassure your pup and help them recover if scared.
đ„ Have some fun and mentally stimulating activities set up for inside the house. Not only is it important to get all the physical energy out, but donât forget about your dogs mental energy too! Food puzzle toys and teaching new tricks are good mental outlets and are a great examples that also include your participation.
đ„ Have a plan in place for your dog PRIOR to fireworks starting. Examples include playing white noise throughout the house, have the TV going on loud, have the radio playing in the background, closing windows and blinds to muffle sounds, or have a designated âsound proofâ room that you plan to have your pup (or both you) to hang out in until things quiet down.
What are things you shouldnât do today?
âïž If you know you have a dog that is noise sensitive or scared of loud sounds, donât leave them unsupervised or unleashed in the yard for potty breaks. We personally know a few dogs who have jumped fences with ease out of pure fear, and know one dog who climbed up their tree and jumped into the owners second story bedroom window because they heard a firework.
We know it sounds extreme, but itâs not worth your pets safety to gamble on a âI think theyâll be fineâ.
Weâll be doing our part in getting out daycare dogs tired before they go home, but also getting our boarding prepped for the long, but peaceful night ahead.
Stay safe everyone! đŸ
