4th of July Fireworks = increase in runaway dogs
Most people look forward to the grande finale of the Fourth of July: Fireworks! Austin has a long tradition of a wonderful fireworks show by the shore of Lady Bird Lake (formerly Town Lake). The fireworks are timed to a music score played by Austin Symphony and broadcasted by the local radio stations. The combination of music and visuals against the reflection of the lake is a real treat for humans. The fireworks are beautiful, spectacular, and loud!
However, fireworks aren’t such a treat for many dogs. The loud, unexpected noises can scare and make them anxious. While their humans are off enjoying the sights and sounds, their dogs are home wondering where the noise is coming from and how to get away. Or if people are at home entertaining, the constant coming-and-going of visitors give dogs a chance to make an unnoticed escape. As a result, many dogs, who would never think of leaving their home or backyard manage to find a way out.
If you plan to leave the house or entertain this Fourth of July, make sure your dogs are taken care of and in a safe place. For dogs who get very anxious you might give them a calming agent, such as Rescue Remedy or other calming supplement. (Try it out first when you are home and can watch for any reactions or adverse effects. Don’t give any medicine for the first time if you plan to leave your dog alone.)
Even with all your safeguards your dog manages to escape anyway? Here’s a very good article from The Arizona Republic with tips on searching and recovering a missing dog. (It features the recovery of a French Bulldog!)
The Arizona Republic - To find a lost dog quickly, owner needs to hustle
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