DATE: June 27, 2016
MEDIA CONTACT: Lisa Mendheim, Broward County Animal Care and Adoption
PHONE: 954-359-1010
EMAIL: lmendheim@broward.org
BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The upcoming Fourth of July holiday is marked by all kinds of celebrations, activities and food that can be fun for your family, but stressful or even dangerous for your pet. That's why Broward County Animal Care and Adoption is offering 5 important tips to ensure that the holiday is also a safe one for your pet:
1.SNAG THE TAG. Be sure your pet is wearing its Broward County Rabies Registration Tag on a secure collar at all times in case it gets frightened and escapes from home. Not only is the tag required by law, but it's the easiest way to ensure your pet will be reunited with you if it becomes lost. For more information about purchasing the Rabies Registration Tag, visit Broward.org/animal and click TAGS and SHOTS.
If your pet is micro-chipped, make sure the chip is registered to a current address and phone number. Microchips--no matter the manufacturer-- can be registered for FREE at www.found.org.
2. NO FIREWORKS, PLEASE! Keep your pet INSIDE the house away from fireworks and loud noises. Do not leave them out in the yard and do not take them to see a fireworks display.
3. PASS ON THE BURGER. Do not give your pet "people food" or alcohol. In addition, keep your pet safely away from hot grills, charcoal and lighter fluid. Sunscreen, insect repellant, citronella candles and oil are also harmful to your pet.
4. BEAT THE HEAT. Limit your pet's time in the sun and heat. Have fresh, cool water on hand at ALL times.
5. POST THIS NUMBER! If your pet ingests a poisonous substance, contact your local veterinarian right away or the Animal Poison Control Center at 1-888-426-4435. The center is open 24/7.
About Animal Care
Broward County Animal Care and Adoption is dedicated to providing shelter for lost and homeless animals. The agency provides access to hundreds of shelter pets hoping for a new home. Please prevent unwanted animals and have your pet spayed or neutered. For more information about the agency, visit our website, or "like us" on Facebook.com/BrowardPets.
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