Thursday, July 2, 2009

Fourth of July Festivities: Should You Bring Your Pet?


As the country dons its red, white and blue to celebrate Independence Day, nothing says patriotism like a good old-fashioned barbecue with a side of fireworks. But beware pet parents, what’s fun for people can be a downright drag for our furry friends.

The ASPCA recommends keeping your pooch indoors as much as possible during backyard parties and Fourth of July festivities, even if he is a pro picnicker. From toxic food and beverages to raucous guests and fireworks, the holiday weekend is a minefield of potential pet problems.
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From the Frenzied Feline to you, have a safe and happy Independance Day!





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2 comments:

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Unknown said...

During this time of the year, as much as we, pet owners, wanted to have our pets with us, the safety of our pets and the people around us is one important consideration. I'd rather go along with my family without our pet. Since we have a dog, the same thing applies too. By the way for dog owners out there, you can help them out through this, Save a Dog: http://apps.facebook.com/save-a-dog/

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