fireworks and dogs

TAKE CARE TO SECURE, CALM YOUR PETS DURING FIREWORKS

By Yvette Urrea Moe, County of San Diego Communications Office

Photo:  this festive pit bull is festooned for the Fourth of July holiday. Photo by Shutterstock.
 
June 30, 2022 (San Diego) - Every year, dozens of dogs end up at shelters after Fourth of July fireworks shows.
 
If you’re lucky, your dog doesn’t react to the explosions and shrill whistles of fireworks set off to celebrate the holiday. But for some dogs and other pets, the sounds can be terrifying due to their sensitive ears.

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