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Surge of missing pets follow 4th of July celebrations
By James Felton, Anna Muckenfuss
Michigan (WNEM) While many people experience a sense of shock and awe during 4th of July celebrations, it’s often not the same exciting experience for pets.
Some pets end up terrified and run off in their attempt to get away from the noise. Because of this, missing pet reports typically increase this time of year.
“It’s huge. Animals are terrified of the sounds. You know they can’t make sense of them,” Beth Wellman, director of the Humane Society of Midland said.
Wellman said she wants everyone to know that animals and fireworks don’t mix.
Missing pet reports often surge after the Fourth of July Share Updated: 10:20 PM EDT Jul 5, 2021 James Felton, Anna Muckenfuss Share Updated: 10:20 PM EDT Jul 5, 2021
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Show Transcript for the dog owners out there, throw them a bone this fourth and protect their ears. Same goes with cats otherwise the noise from the fireworks could be fatal. Take it from veterinarians, the new york post spoke with a Brooklyn based veterinarian told the post. Male cats can get so stressed out by loud noises. It can lead to life threatening obstructions down there. The infection in their bladder makes it difficult for them to urinate and this can be fatal. Call your vet if you notice blood in their urine or see them running in and out of the litter box. But Fido s not off the hook or the leash, you re not alone. If you notice your dog doesn t want to go on walks late at night or trembles when you go outside, a different veterinarian tells the pos