FROM THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES:
July 4th Fireworks Are No Blast For Pets
To protect your pet on the Fourth of July, take these precautions:
- Resist the urge to take your pet to fireworks displays.
- Do not leave your pet in the car. With only hot air to breathe inside a car, your pet can suffer serious health effects—even death—in a few short minutes. Partially opened windows do not provide sufficient air, but they do provide an opportunity for your pet to be stolen.
- Keep your pets indoors at home in a sheltered, quiet area. Some animals can become destructive when frightened, so be sure that you’ve removed any items that your pet could destroy or that would be harmful to your pet if chewed. Leave a television or radio playing at normal volume to keep him company while you’re attending Fourth of July picnics, parades, and other celebrations.
- If you know that your pet is seriously distressed by loud noises like thunder, consult with your veterinarian before July 4th for ways to help alleviate the fear and anxiety he or she will experience during fireworks displays.
- Never leave pets outside unattended, even in a fenced yard or on a chain. In their fear, pets who normally wouldn’t leave the yard may escape and become lost, or become entangled in their chain, risking injury or death.
- Make sure your pets are wearing identification tags so that if they do become lost, they can be returned promptly. Animals found running at-large should be taken to the local animal shelter, where they will have the best chance of being reunited with their owners.
- If you plan to go away for the holiday weekend, read our information on Caring for Pets When You Travel.
If you follow these simple precautions, you and your pet can have a safe and happy Fourth of July.
This year the annual Take Your Dog to Work Day is Friday, June 25. Take Your Dog to Work Day® (TYDTWD) was first celebrated in 1999 by Pet Sitters International to celebrate the great companions dogs. This annual event encourages employers to experience the value of pets in the workplace, even if just for one day! Ultimately, it’s about encouraging pet adoptions from shelters, humane societies and rescue groups.
Statistics show that 1 in 5 American companies allow employees to bring their pets to work with them to the mutual benefit of company and employee. This trend has shown increased moral, decreased absenteeism, increased employee moral and productivity, a higher level of creativity and even increased sales. We know that pets are beneficial to the health in a number of ways; lower blood pressure, lower heart rate, decreased stress level, just to name a few, so who loses here. Looks like a win-win situation.
Of course this is not feasible for everyone everywhere but how wonderful for those that can. Are you one of the lucky ones? Can you take your dog to work with you on a daily basis or at least on TYDTWD?
What can you do if TYTWD is a no-go where you work? How about taking a picture of your dog to work with you. Ask if your company will sponsor an after-hours employee-pet event.
“Take Your dog to Work Day” can also be great PR for a company! Announce it to the local media. Charge a small donation for employees to bring their dogs and donate it all to the local animal shelter or humane society. Take pictures of the employees and pets and post them on the company website.
If your company plans on doing TYDTWD, take a moments to register with Pet Sitters International, PSI and learn about licensing and sponsorship opportunities. You can also win some great prizes.
Download the TYDTWD Guide, filled with information FAQs, helpful hints and more! TYDTWD Guide – Just right-click and save to your computer
Here’s some great tips from Pet Sitters International to prepare and have a great TYDTWD for you, your pooch and your co-workers;
1) Do an office check
Check with management and co-workers to see if anyone is allergic, afraid of or opposed to you bringing your dog to work for this one special day.
2) Puppy-proof your work space.
Remove poisonous plants, hide electrical cords and wires and secure toxic items such as correction fluid, permanent markers, etc. Any office items in question should be placed out of your dog’s reach.
3) Bathe and groom your dog before its office debut.
Be sure its shots are up-to-date. If your dog appears sick, don’t bring it to the office. Dogs that are aggressive or overly shy should not accompany you to work. Instead, consider bringing a favorite picture of your pooch.
4) Prepare a doggie bag.
Include food, treats, bowls, toys, leash, paper towels, clean-up bags and pet-safe disinfectant (just in case). If you are routinely in and out of your work space, consider bringing a portable kennel for your dog’s comfort and your peace of mind.
5) Plan your pet’s feeding times carefully.
Be sure to choose an appropriate area for your dog to relieve himself afterward.
6) Avoid forcing co-workers to interact with your dog.
Dog lovers will make themselves known. To avoid pet accidents, monitor the amount of treats your pet is being given. Remember that chocolate, candy and other people food should not be shared with dogs.
7) Have an exit strategy.
Although most dogs enjoy TYDTWDay, your pet may not. Should your dog become overly boisterous, agitated or withdrawn, consider taking him or her home. Most companies allow for this on TYDTWDay. Never, under any circumstance, leave your pet alone in a vehicle while you work.
Top 10 Things to Say to Convince Your Boss to Take Part in TYDTWD
10. The squirrels in the neighborhood deserve a break.
9. Wagging tails work great when the a/c is on the fritz.
8. With a dog as your passenger, you’ll be able to use the car pool lane.
7. It’s a great way to lick the work day blahs!
6. My dog thinks you’re grrrrrrreat!
5. Meetings end as soon as Rover starts staring at the conference room door.
4. You can blame those missing reports on one of your employees’ dogs.
3. It’s the leash you can do.
2. Finally, someone at your office will actually be working like a dog.
AND THE NUMBER ONE REASON TO TAKE YOUR DOG TO WORK…
1. Friday, June 25, is Take Your Dog To Work Day®!
Thursday, May 27 9:00a to 5:30p
The Mission Circuit Dog returns for its annual Memorial Day weekend event with four days of competition culminating Monday with top dogs honors celebrated.
The fest is sponsored by non-profits SGV, San Fernando, Los Encinos and Antelope Valley Kennel clubs. There are a howlin’ 160 breeds and approximately 3,000 dogs competing each day.
Age Suitability: All Ages
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The Mission Circuit Dog returns for its annual Memorial Day weekend event with four days of competition culminating Monday with top dogs honors celebrated.
The fest is sponsored by non-profits SGV, San Fernando, Los Encinos and Antelope Valley Kennel clubs. There are a howlin’ 160 breeds and approximately 3,000 dogs competing each day.
General admission is $6
$4 for seniors
Ages 6-12 is $3
Free for ages 5 and younger
Wednesday, June 2 11:00a to 2:00p at UC Riverside Fine Arts, Riverside, CA
Therapy dogs bring health and joy to students and provide stress relief prior to finals week. These canines join the Mental Day Spa to show us that, oftentimes, actions speak louder than words. For the sake of your health, come and pet a puppy!
Location : Belltower
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