Esther Zoe Raja
Posted on by Yael Ben-Ari

Red White And Blue Not A Party For Pets

Esther Zoe Raja
Esther Zoe Raja

Red White And Blue Not A Party For Pets. While you and I are ready to celebrate the Fourth of July with parties, picnics, good food and fireworks; just remember that it is not much of a party time for our pets.  In fact it can be downright dangerous.

Dogs, cats and other furry friends can become frightened by the fireworks and other loud noises.  Crazy drivers present a danger to pets, as do kids looking for mischief.  Even normal fun activities are not without risk to pets.

Here are some recommendations from the ASPCA for 4th of July Pet Safety:

.  Do Not use fireworks around your pets.  They can frighten them, harm them, and even burned out fireworks pose a risk, because of toxic chemical residue.

.  Beware of having charcoal lighting fluid, citronella candles, matches,  insect repellents and other hazardous materials where your pets can get them.  These can be harmful to your pet.

.  Don’t use insect repellant or sunscreen on your pets unless it is specifically for pets.

.  Avoid giving your pets holiday goodies to eat.  Keep them on their normal diet.  They can get indigestion from too much good stuff.

.  And don’t take them to the parks with you.  Many people are shooting off firecrackers.  The noise and commotion can frighten them, and some pets can get lost or run away.  Not a place to be for your furry friend.

.  Lastly, keep pets indoors on the Fourth in a quiet secluded room where they can stay calm and can’t run away.

I had a chance to talk to my vet the other day when my kitty had a bee sting, and we discussed strategies for keeping my cats safe and calm during the Fourth of July holiday.  She confirmed some of the things I already do to keep my cats calm and safe.  (My cats, especially my Zoe, black one, get pretty scared from fireworks and orange boy, Raja, startles easily).

This is what I do:

.  Keep my cats indoors on the 4th of July.  (Halloween also)

.  Play soothing music.  (This provides some white noise as well as a soothing melody.  I like to use Celtic or New Age music for this)

.  Start a day or so before using some Rescue Remedy in my cats’ water.  This is a naturopathic Bach Flower remedy, which really does have a calming effect..  Also start a day before using a Felway diffuser.  This is a pheromone that has a calming effect and is also naturopathic.  We also found a collar in a pet store with what my vet believes is also this Felway phermone.  Gonna try that one.

.  Keep a watch on my cats the day after the Fourth, because some people are still setting off fireworks.

This seems to help my pets.  My vet concurred with my methods.  I am glad that she likes natural methods to keep the cats calm.  We discussed sedatives, but decided they won’t need them with the steps I already take.  (The ASPCA also recommends secluding your pets on the 4th.). As with any remedy, you should discuss it with your own vet.

We are ready for Independence Day on the 4th.  Are you?

 

This message is brought to you by Esther, Zoe, Raja (My three kitties.)  Me (Their Kitty Mom)

And my Red, White and Blue Flowers. 

Red Flowers
Red Flowers

 

White Flowers
White Flowers

 

Blue Flowers
Blue Flowers

 

Happy and Safe 4th of July!!

And a Happy Canada Day to all the Canadians!

 

26 Replies to “Red White And Blue Not A Party For Pets”

  1. Wishing you a wonderful July 4th! Thank you for the reminder to keep our pets safe. Your flower mosaics are beautiful. Hugs to Esther, Zoe, Raja.

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    1. Thanks for your comment. Have a Happy 4th of July. I will have to check out your online photo editing post and see what they offer.

      Yael

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      2. Karen,

        Then have a Happy Canada Day. It is truly a wonderful time for celebrations on both sides of the border.

        Yael

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  4. Those are beautiful pictures. Our cat seems to do pretty well on the 4th, but it sure does put our chickens in a fit. Last year they all slept on top of each other in an nesting box for 2 weeks after the fireworks ended.

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    1. Thanks for coming by..

      The 4 th is fun, but I do feel sorry for the animals who get frightened by the noise.

      Yael

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  6. Great tips for pets on the 4th of July — we live in the country, so unless we set off the fireworks (which are not this year) there’s no worries.

    Loving your red, white and blue flowers. Gorgeous!

    Thank you for sharing at Rural Thursdays this week. xoxo

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    1. Nancy,

      Thanks for coming by and thanks for hostessing your meme.

      Hoping you and your animals a Happy 4th.

      Yael

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  7. Our kitties are inside kitties, and so they normally don’t have a problem on the 4th. They do have a quiet bedroom in the back of the house where they can go hang out if they need some privacy. Your pet tips make a lot of sense, so thank you for sharing them. I also really like your flower collages–very pretty. Take care, and have a wonderful weekend and 4th!

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    1. Athena,

      Thanks for your comments. Im glad your kitties have a nice, quiet refuge for the 4th.

      Hope you have a fun and safe 4th of July.

      Yael

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  8. Often in all our excitement for the holidays we forget about our four legged friends. Thanks so much for sharing these tips. I love your mosaics of red, white, and blue flowers. Thanks for sharing with Share Your Cup.
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  10. terrific post. We were just discussing this. Lovely photos too! thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop Linky Party. I hope you have a wonderful weekend xo P.S. I’m having a party at Katherines Corner today and just a reminder that the giveaway is ending

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    1. Katherine,

      Thanks. Thank you for hostessing the Blog Hop Party. It is fun to see what others are doing.

      Yael

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  11. I am so happy that you have linked in with my little flaunting party this week…I love visiting your gardens friend…I wish I lived close enough to peek over your fence and admire in real time! I have shared your post this week with the Tootsie Time Facebook page. Hugs and smiles from Alberta!!!
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    `*.¸.*´Glenda/Tootsie
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    (¸.•´ (¸.•´ .•´ ¸¸.•¨¯`•.

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    1. Glend ,

      Thanks. Thank you for having your little Flaunt Party. It is fun to share and see what others are doing. Have a great week.

      Yael

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  12. Wishing you a great 4th of July.
    Great recommendations for the pets.
    Here we keep our dogs inside on New Years Eve, because of all the fireworks.
    Beautiful photos of all your gorgeous flowers, love them.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Mette

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