Fourth Of July Preparations!

As this Fourth of July marks America’s 250th anniversary, it is sure to be louder and brighter than ever, which makes it even more important to have a plan in place to keep pets comfortable during fireworks. There are many methods and options at Mr. Brown’s to help keep your furry friends safe during the festivities!

Leave pets at home during celebrations, noisy fireworks may startle animals into running away. Keeping them in a comfortable space behind a closed door is a sure way to prevent your pet from fleeing. Offering pets a familiar blanket, durable toys, or even turning on soothing music can help ease anxiety. 

Mr. Brown’s carries an array of distracting goodies for any pet! Pupsicles provide over 20 minutes of enriched play for dogs. The toy can be filled with treats, a perfect and rewarding distraction from fireworks. For extra anxious pups, ProgilityMAX’s Calming Bar is an effective choice, utilizing both melatonin and L-Theanine. 

For cats, catnip is a good distractor, and for some cats it can help ease anxiety. Mr. Brown’s has a wide selection of From the Field catnip, a natural product grown in the USA. Under the Weather’s Calming Chews are another effective option. Vet formulated and salmon flavored, they’re crafted to soothe your kitty. 

It’s always best to be prepared for a runaway pet. Ensuring your pets are microchipped is the best option, but there are other precautions available. Lifekey’s Fetch Pet ID is a digital smart  ID tag that attaches to a collar, doesn’t require charging, and is made to last. In case of a lost pet, all that's needed is a phone to scan the tag, and the owner will be notified. In a pinch, owner information can also be hand written and attached to your pets collar. Be sure to have up to date photos of your animals in the case they run.

This Fourth of July, it’s important to have fun, but also to ensure the furry friends in your life can enjoy the festivities too! Look out for any animals you see and be sure to lend a helping hand!