Every shelter, pet rescue and animal control facility dreads two holidays every year.... the Fourth of July and New Year's Eve!
There are fireworks, noise makers and lots of extra 'sounds' that our pets - dogs and cats - are not familiar with and puts them in a state of panic. The only safe place for a dearly beloved pet is INDOORS or in a small room with a radio playing to distract them.
Too many people assume that their pet will not be affected, but they are the first ones calling animal control or a shelter in search of their missing pet the next morning. Just because there is a dog house, a tall fence or other options to keep your pet in your yard - when pets hear a loud 'BOOM' they have super powers and will find a way to escape.