Dogs and July 4th Fireworks Infographic

Dogs and July 4th Fireworks Infographic

Posted by Kevin O'Donnell on 29th June 2017


More dogs run away on the 4th of July than any other day of the year. It is important to understand why dogs are afraid of fireworks and what you can to do make the experience less stressful for them.


While most dog owners think they have a safe and secure home, it’s always beneficial to make sure your dog’s environment is ready for a chaotic night. A few simple precautions can be the difference between having a relaxing evening and having to search for your runaway dog.


In the below infographic, we'll go over several steps to make the 4th of July a less stressful event for you and your dog!

How to keep your dog comfortable during fireworks on the 4th of July

Courtesy of: TheBarkBuzz.com

Kevin O’Donnell is a dog enthusiast and dog rescue
volunteer. As the webmaster at TheBarkBuzz.com he helps spread valuable
information and advice about dog training and health.

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