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Fourth of July, Summer Safety Tips for Family Pets

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Friday, July 3, 2015   

FRESNO, Calif. - It's the Fourth of July weekend, and that means picnics, barbecues, and of course, fireworks. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is urging pet owners to celebrate safely this year. Tina Wismer, a veterinarian with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), suggests leaving animals at home in a secure spot when you make your way to the big fireworks display.

"Neighborhood fireworks can sometimes be even more scary for your pet," says Wismer. "One in five lost pets are actually lost because of the sound of fireworks."

Wismer says it's always a good idea to make sure pets have collars with ID tags. The ASPCA is also offering a free smartphone app, which comes with step-by-step instructions on how to search for a lost animal.

Other tips for keeping pets safe during summer months include making sure alcoholic beverages, lighter fluid, and insect repellants are out of their reach. The ASPCA also advises against putting glow jewelry on animals it can lead to stomach upset or worse if they ingest the luminescent plastic. Wismer adds, unless it's absolutely necessary, don't take pets with you when running errands.

"When we think about summer, the first thing we always think about is heat, and how hot it can get in a closed car," says Wismer. "Animals can quickly overheat; it's best to just leave your pets at home during the summer."

Wismer notes letting dogs ride in pick-up beds can also be dangerous, since hot metal can burn paws and exposure to direct sunlight can be just as harmful as being locked up inside a truck.

In California, it is illegal to leave an animal unattended in a vehicle under circumstances that could cause suffering, and police are empowered to smash the car window if necessary to rescue a pet.



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