Parties, BBQ's, Family and Fun! Those are some of the things that come to your mind when you think about celebrating freedom on the 4th of July. But what about your pets? If they could talk… but they can only show you how they feel about fireworks by hiding under the furniture, running around the house or even worse… running away from home!

Don't let this happen to your pets. If you can't stay at home with them, watch these videos and read the articles from experts that I compiled. Click on the links below so you are ready and prepared to help your pets stay calm and safe. And if you can… stay at home to celebrate with them... : )

This is a video that Petco created some time ago.

Another great video from Laura Nativo at the Hallmark Channel

And finally... 4 links with interesting reading.

Victoria Stilwell: Dealing with Fireworks Anxiety Cesar Millan: How to Keep Your Dog Safe and At Ease when the Fireworks Start ASPCA: Fourth of July Safety Tips PetMed: Top Ten Fourth of July Safety Tips

Happy 4th of July from Woof Love!