"Though fireworks are illegal within Dallas, their continued use leads to a spike in lost pet intake during the first week of July," said DAS Interim Director MeLissa Webber.
"We are already full, so this increase comes at a particularly challenging time and could force our staff to make difficult decisions in the coming days. One of the most important things residents can do to prevent a capacity crisis at DAS is to ensure their pet is safe and secure at home and isn't adding to the problem."
According to a survey conducted by the ASPCA, nearly one in five lost pets goes missing after being scared by the sound of fireworks, thunderstorms, or other loud noises.