03/07/2025
As we approach 4th of July, we want to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday weekend and remind you to make sure to consider the animals in your life during the celebrations.
While many of us enjoy fireworks and festivities, the loud noises and vibrations can be incredibly overwhelming for animals. While some aren't phased or even enjoy participating in the firework fun, many others are extremely scared. Some panic in fear and break through windows and fences trying to escape the noise, others tremble in fear, hide in bathtubs and closets and don't recover for days. Many animals accidentally injur themselves in their panic or get lost trying to escape the sounds. Wildlife and outdoor animals like birds and community cats are also deeply impacted, often disoriented or driven from their safe spaces which disrupts the local ecosystem. Many of these animals lives are permanently altered.
The sad truth that we don't talk about enough is that 4th of July is the absolute worst day of the year for animal rescues like us. We medicate those that tend to be anxious in preparation, we stay up all night long checking on everyone, trying to distract them and comfort them from the scary sounds as best we can. Then, the next morning comes the flood of hundreds of calls and emails about pets that were lost or found after the fireworks were over and while we do our absolute best to help, we can't say yes to every lost animal that needs a place to land as we simply don't have enough space for the need that is created after the 4th of July weekend. Sadly, many of these pets lost on 4th of July never find their way back home.
Here’s how you can help:
🔹 Keep pets indoors and secure in a room with music or TV on
🔹 Make sure collars and microchip info are up to date
🔹 Avoid backyard fireworks if possible (these are also a fire hazard)
🔹 Talk to your vet in advance about medication options if you have an anxious pet
🔹 Be mindful of outdoor animals, wildlife, and community animals
🔹Lookout for animals roaming the streets that appear to be s
Thank you for all you do to support us and the animals in your community. Wishing you and your pets a safe and happy 4th of July! ❤️💙
