Lost dogs on July 4: How to keep your pet safe
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On July 4 it could be your favorite summer vacation, but for dogs, it is often the terrifying night of the year.
Throughout the country, shelters see a great increase in lost pets between July 4 and 6. Some reports increase to 60%.
On July 5, it is even considered one of the most active days for animal shelters. So what is happening? Fireworks. These strong and unpredictable explosions can even send the quieter dogs to the full -fledged way of panic. In their attempt to escape from noise, many run through doors, fences or windows, often traveling away from home before calming.
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Ziggy, the dog met with its owner. (Lost Love)
Ziggy’s story: a lost dog gathered by technology
While on July 4 it leads to a great peak in missing pets, dogs can disappear at any time, and be prepared in advance can make a difference. That was the case of Ziggy, a sweet Long Beach puppy, California, who fled while his family visited relatives in Watsonville. At one point, the door was open, and the next one, Ziggy was gone. Its owner, surely, was devastated and looked for days without luck.
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Months later, Hope arrived through a notification of Love Lost, a free national database that uses a coincidence of AI photos to help gather lost pets with their families. A dog that seemed that Ziggy had appeared in a shelter in Santa Cruz county. He surely extended his hand, and for his relief, it was him. After five long months and hundreds of miles away, Ziggy finally returned home.
“When I met with Ziggy, it was the most unimaginable feeling,” he said surely. “Lost love brought him back.”
Ziggy, the dog, is lost and then meets. (Lost Love)
Simple ways to keep your dog safe this July 4
Strong fireworks, flashing lights and crowds can be overwhelming for pets. But the good news? With a little planning, you can greatly reduce the chances of your dog disappearing during vacations.
5 smart tips to protect your pet during fireworks
1. Keep pets indoors and safe: Before the fireworks begin, bring your dog inside, even if they are generally well in the patio. Close the windows, lower the blinds and draw the curtains to soften the noise and block the flashing lights. If you are hosting the guests, publish a reminder at the door so that no one accidentally let out their pet.
2. Establish a quiet and cozy space: Choose a quiet room or area where your dog feels safe. Add your favorite blanket or toy, and consider reproducing soothing music or white noise to help cushion external sounds. There are also reproduction lists and anxiety wrappers that can help.
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3. Verify identification labels and microchips: Make sure your dog’s necklace label has your current phone number and that your microchip is registered with updated contact information. If your dog is released, this may be the fastest way to recover them.
4. Use a GPS tracker or an intelligent necklace: Technology has traveled a long way when it comes to pet safety. Ashequible GPS trackers such as Apple Aireg, Tractive or Jiobit allow you to follow your dog’s location in real time using your smartphone. Many even allow you to establish safe areas or share the follow -up with others if your dog disappears. Just make sure the tracker you choose is durable, it adheres safely when collar and offer live tracking features, because when every second counts, knowing where your dog is can make a difference.
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5. Register with lost love: Take a few minutes to upload a clear photo of your dog to love, a free database and national level driven by AI Photo Parking. If your pet is ever missing, this step could be the reason they get home safely. In addition, if you find a lost dog wandering by your neighborhood, take a quick photo and go up to love the lost. The platform facilitates the pet game found with their families, and again, it is for free use.
Ziggy, the dog met with its owner.
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On July 4 it can be hard with pets, but it doesn’t have to end in anguish. Julio also marks the beginning of the National Month of Prevention of PET PET, so now is the perfect time to take action. Record your dog with a lost pet database, ensure your home and consult those identification labels. When planning in advance, you can enjoy fireworks and keep your best friend safe at home.
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