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Keep Your Best Friend Calm During Fireworks

4th of July fireworks can be very traumatic for your dog. Here are some great tips for keeping your dog happy and calm.


According to Dogtime, 30 percent of all lost pet incidents each year occur on the evening of the 4th of July. Dogs, panicked by the noise, escape the home or yard and can be lost for days. This can be a very frightening end to a joyous holiday.

How can you prevent your dog from being a statistic? This video has some excellent tips on calming your dog during fireworks by associating the loud noises with treats and love.

Please note that setting off fireworks at The Plaza North and Plaza South Shopping Centers is not allowed.

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Here is the Petaluma Fire Department Fireworks Safety Guide.

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