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"Hey you. Yes, you. With the golden retriever hiding under your legs. Why would you even consider taking your dog to the Fourth of July fireworks? Stop it. Your dog is scared of loud booming, hissing, banging noises and you bringing her closer to the action isn&amp;#039;t helping (yes, I realize that you think you being there to comfort will calm her anxiety\u2014it won&amp;#039;t). Instead, why don&amp;#039;t you follow these tips from the vets at the Iams Pet Wellness Council this Independence Day? Keep your pets indoors at home in a sheltered, quiet area. Some animals can become destructive when frightened, so be sure that you&amp;#039;ve removed any items that your pet could destroy or that would be harmful to your pet if chewed. Leave a television or radio playing at normal volume to keep him company while you&amp;#039;re attending Fourth of July picnics, parades, and other celebrations. If you know that your pet is seriously distressed by loud noises like thunder, consult with your veterinarian before July 4th for ways to help alleviate the fear and anxiety. [I&amp;#039;ve tried Bach Rescue Remedy Pet to occasional success, though it may work better for your pup. \u2014AC] Never leave pets outside unattended, even in a fenced yard or on a chain. In their fear, pets who normally wouldn&amp;#039;t leave the yard may escape and become lost, or become entangled in their chain, risking injury or death. Make sure your pets are wearing identification tags so that if they do become lost, they can be returned promptly. Animals found running at-large should be taken to the local animal shelter, where they will have the best chance of being reunited with their owners. \u2014Annemarie Conte "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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