{"id":214,"date":"2025-07-01T20:04:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-02T01:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.xroadsanimalhospital.com\/blog\/?p=214"},"modified":"2025-08-27T11:28:23","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T16:28:23","slug":"4th-of-july-pet-safety-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.xroadsanimalhospital.com\/blog\/4th-of-july-pet-safety-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"4th of July Pet Safety Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"968\" height=\"775\" src=\"https:\/\/www.xroadsanimalhospital.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/iStock-1400069333-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"4th of July Pet Safety Tips.\" class=\"wp-image-216\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.xroadsanimalhospital.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/iStock-1400069333-1-1.jpg 968w, https:\/\/www.xroadsanimalhospital.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/iStock-1400069333-1-1-768x615.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 968px) 100vw, 968px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Fourth of July is an exciting time for everyone\u2026well, mostly everyone. Our pets don\u2019t understand what\u2019s happening, and the changes to their routine can cause significant anxiety. Together with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xroadsanimalhospital.com\">Crossroads Animal Hospital<\/a>, it\u2019s time to get a handle on Fourth of July pet safety.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stick to the Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pets love to anticipate certain events like meal times and bathroom breaks, but holidays have a way of interfering with their daily program. If possible, stick to your pet\u2019s routine as closely as possible to keep their nerves on an even keel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plan for the Worst<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just because a pet didn\u2019t have a strong reaction to fireworks the year before does not necessarily mean they\u2019ll always be so accepting this time around. Assume that the day\u2019s events will be upsetting to a pet. Approach the holiday as if they needed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xroadsanimalhospital.com\/about\/fear-free.html\">extra help and comfort<\/a>. Additionally, you should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Set up a small room away from any noise with their bedding, food, and plenty of fresh water.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay with them if you can, or at least check on them every so often to ensure they feel safe.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use pheromone sprays or diffusers to help calm their nerves.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide a compression wrap, calming music or white noise, and lots of reassurance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Noise phobia can get bad enough that chronic conditions set in. We can help you find the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xroadsanimalhospital.com\/services\/diagnostics.html\">right prescription medication<\/a> to calm your pet and reduce the chance of long term effects.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Elements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heat can play a big part in a pet\u2019s ability to get through the Fourth of July safely. Practice heat safety by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Never leaving a pet in a parked car or trapped outside in the elements without shade or clean, cool water.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exercise your pet around sunrise and dusk, and limit how much direct sunlight they receive.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invest in a good, pet-specific sunblock to reduce<a href=\"https:\/\/www.xroadsanimalhospital.com\/services\/dermatology-allergy.html\"> skin damage and burns<\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Water Fun on July 4th&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kiddie pools and sprinklers are excellent diversions on a hot day. Swimming is as well, but comes with certain risks. Outfit your pet in a snug-fitting life jacket and stay close to them even if they are good swimmers. Always rinse your pet\u2019s coat after any time spent in a pool, river, or lake.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Food Safety<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Be aware that hamburgers and hotdogs can be very fattening, and the cause of a painful case of GI disruption or even pancreatitis. Other BBQ items like corn on the cob (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.xroadsanimalhospital.com\/services\/routine-surgery.html\">choking hazard<\/a>), alcoholic beverages, onions, grapes\/raisins, and anything containing caffeine or alcohol should be strictly monitored.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ID Matters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check on your pet\u2019s microchip and update any changes to your address or phone number. Inspect their collar and ID tags for any wear and tear, and treat them to a new set if necessary. It\u2019s much better to be safe than sorry when it comes to keeping your pet safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xroadsanimalhospital.com\/staff\/\">our team<\/a> can assist you with questions or concerns about Fourth of July pet safety, please call us at (540) 832-1751.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Fourth of July is an exciting time for everyone\u2026well, mostly everyone. Our pets don\u2019t understand what\u2019s happening, and the changes to their routine can cause significant anxiety. 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