Pet owners can take several steps to mitigate anxiety and ensure their pets' safety during fireworks displays, such as keeping them indoors, providing enrichment activities, and using calming aids. Animal experts warn that pets go missing around the Fourth of July more than any other weekend.

Create a safe space in a quiet room for pets on the 4th of July with familiar bedding, toys, and water to help keep them calm during fireworks. As fireworks light up the skies this Fourth of July, many local pets may be feeling less than festive.