Independence Day is just a month away! It may seem early, but now is the best time to start preparing your dog for the holiday and all of its festivities, including fireworks.
The long day filled with lots of people, food, yard games, and fireworks is a lot of commotion to expect our dogs to behave through. Help prepare your dog for success by practicing kennel time and place time now so that they are ready when the day comes.
Also, start playing fireworks sounds in a low-stress setting so that your dog can become familiar with the sounds. Even if you leave your dog at home, you may be close enough to still hear fireworks going off. The early and repetitive exposure to the sounds will help your dog feel comfortable during the actual celebration.