6 Tips , to Reduce Your Dog’s<br />Stress During the 4th of July.<br />According to various reports, 30 percent of all lost pet<br />incidents in the United States occur on the 4th of July.<br />In order to keep your dog safe, here are 6 tips<br />to help reduce their stress during the 4th of July.<br />1. Make Alternate <br />Arrangements, If you’re going to a party that<br />will have fireworks, leave your dog<br />with your friend, with a dog sitter<br />or at a boarding facility.<br />Making sure your dog <br />is properly supervised is<br />the best way to help them <br />if they do get scared.<br />2. Create a <br />Safe Spot, If your dog has to stay home,<br />make sure they have an easily<br />accessible place to escape to.<br />Something like a crate or<br />kennel will allow your dog<br />to safely hide if they need to.<br />4. Tire Your Dog Out, Get in as much as exercise with your<br />dog as you can before the festivities,<br />as a tired dog is a calm dog.<br />If your dog is sleepy, they’re less likely to have a<br />strong reaction to the sights and sounds of fireworks.<br />5. Use Anti-Anxiety Tools, There are many different options, such as medication, music <br />or anxiety jackets, that may help your dog feel more relaxed.<br />Make sure to talk to your veterinarian or trainer<br />to see what would work best for your dog.<br />6. Keep Your Dog Distracted, When the fireworks are starting, try to <br />distract your dog with a long-lasting chew toy.<br />This will help keep their mind occupied and encourage<br />them to focus on something other than the fireworks
