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Keeping pets safe this Fourth of July

Headline from KELOLAND Sioux Falls, from the development of Jul 1, 2026

Newest development Jul 2, 2026 · 2 reportsVanderburgh Humane Society advises safety for pets during fireworks season

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)-- For most families, the Fourth of July is all about traditions, barbecues, and big celebrations. But for our four-legged family members, all of that holiday excitement can feel like a total nightmare. "Dogs thrive on predictability. Fireworks are not predictable.

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  1. Fourth of July fireworks could trigger influx of lost pets at Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center

    Headline from FOX 13 Tampa ·

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    Keeping pets safe this Fourth of July

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    Vanderburgh Humane Society advises safety for pets during fireworks season

    Headline from Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW) ·

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  1. WWL New Orleans

    How to prepare your pets for fireworks (opens WWL New Orleans)

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    WWL New Orleans's feed description

    More pets go missing around the Fourth of July than any other day. Here's how to keep your dog calm and safe when the fireworks start.

  2. 13WMAZ Macon

    Jones County Animal Shelter urges fireworks safety to prevent lost pets on Fourth of July weekend (opens 13WMAZ Macon)

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    As July 4 approaches, Jones County Animal Shelter urges pet owners to take steps to prevent pets from fleeing due to fireworks fear.

  3. FOX 13 Tampa

    Fourth of July fireworks could trigger influx of lost pets at Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center (opens FOX 13 Tampa)

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    Hillsborough County shelter officials are bracing for a severe strain on resources as fireworks threaten to scare local pets into running away this weekend. Shelter capacity crisis The Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center is already facing a massive space crisis, operating at nearly 700% above it…

  4. WHAS Louisville

    Tips to keep pets safe during Fourth of July fireworks (opens WHAS Louisville)

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    WHAS Louisville's feed description

    Animal shelters across the nation often report an increase in stray pets after the Fourth of July.

  5. DC News Now

    Extreme heat and fireworks at once: How to keep your pets safe this Fourth of July (opens DC News Now)

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    This Fourth of July weekend is a tough one for pets, with dangerous heat and fireworks arriving at once. Here's how to keep your dogs and cats safe, calm and cool through the holiday.

  6. Arklatex Home Page

    July 4th fireworks can cause anxiety for pets, experts say (opens Arklatex Home Page)

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    SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) - America is gearing up to celebrate 250 years, and that means celebrations will be happening across the country. Part of those celebrations is bright, beautiful fireworks exploding in the sky, but it's important to remember that not everyone enjoys the sounds of these co…

  7. 12News Now Beaumont

    Fireworks can send frightened pets running, Humane Society warns (opens 12News Now Beaumont)

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    The Humane Society of Southeast Texas warns that Fourth of July fireworks often lead to lost pets and advises owners to take precautions to keep animals safe.

  8. Garden City Telegram

    Protecting pets from Fourth of July stress (opens Garden City Telegram)

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    MANHATTAN — As Independence Day approaches, fireworks, celebrations and gatherings are ramping up — and so are stress risks for pets.

  9. Mytwintiers

    Tips for calm pets this Fourth of July weekend (opens Mytwintiers)

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    (WETM) — As Fourth of July celebrations approach, fireworks and loud noises pose as stressors to many pets. 18 News has compiled a list of ways to calm pets during the fireworks and to remind people of other possible safety concerns that may arise as you celebrate America's 250th birthday.

  10. Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW)

    Vanderburgh Humane Society advises safety for pets during fireworks season (opens Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW))

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    HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) -- As you prepare your hot dogs, the Vanderburgh Humane Society wants to remind you about your pet dogs as this is one of the busiest weeks of the year for lost pets. VHS says this is due to the noise from fireworks with animals becoming skittish and running off.

  11. KELOLAND Sioux Falls

    Keeping pets safe this Fourth of July (opens KELOLAND Sioux Falls)

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    SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)-- For most families, the Fourth of July is all about traditions, barbecues, and big celebrations. But for our four-legged family members, all of that holiday excitement can feel like a total nightmare. "Dogs thrive on predictability. Fireworks are not predictable.

  12. NBC Los Angeles

    What to do, what not to do with your pets during July 4th fireworks (opens NBC Los Angeles)

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    While most Americans will celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday this weekend, the Independence Day may be one of the least favorite holidays for pets, animals in shelters and volunteers. Although fireworks are fun and celebratory, the sound of the explosives often triggers animals to seek safety by …

  13. Cincinnati CityBeat

    Your dogs hate fireworks. Help them out this weekend with these tips for anxious pets (opens Cincinnati CityBeat)

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    Cincinnati CityBeat's feed description

    While fireworks are a fun way to celebrate America’s birthday for lots of people, for pets, it can be a long and harrowing day. An uptick in strays often follows the Fourth of July holiday, according to the Kentucky Humane Society, because they are startled by fireworks and run without thinking.

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