A DogGeek.com exclusive by Teresa Barker
Brats: check. Buns: check. Beer: check. All curtains closed and lights on: Do what now?
Well, you’ve checked everything off your list for celebrating with friends and family this July 4th, but don’t forget that this holiday may not be a picnic for your dog. And since the beer is chilling and the coals warming, now it’s time to focus on your pooch!
Get some good one-on-one time before the guests arrive and go through this checklist for ways to create a safe space in your home during the load noises from the fireworks.
If the celebration starts to peak early and the fireworks start before the sun goes down, here are some tips for keeping your dog calm during all those bangs, pops and sizzles.
Happy 4th everyone!
