Happy July and here’s to wonderful Fourth of July! It’s a fun and festive time for our country and local communities. While humans are reveling in picnic games, barbecue menus, and colorful theatrics in the sky, the holiday can be a totally un-celebratory experience for our inquisitive canine family and friends.
As a certified professional dog trainer, I know how terrifying a thunderous fireworks display can be for pets or how a quick sniff of meat in hot coals can turn into a painful burn on a cold nose. With some preparation and environmental management, the Fourth of July can be a star spangled holiday for all family members.
Here are a couple of previous patriotic posts that readers have found helpful in making the day a special one for their inquisitive canines.
- This Doggie Blog post offers a variety of gentle reminders and suggestions to create a stress free holiday for all involved.
- I offer some management and training tips to help make the Fourth an enjoyable day on this Noozhawk post.
- This post on Edhat, Pooch Patriotism Means Celebrate Smart, is written from the canine point of view.
- For those of you who prefer an infographic, check this out on petfinder.com.
Here’s to wishing all of us a safe and enjoyable holiday. Let freedom ring – bark, or howl!
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