While many celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks and festivities, the noise and chaos can be frightening—and even dangerous—for pets. Best Friends Animal Society, a national animal welfare organization with roots right here in Southern Utah, urges pet owners to take simple precautions this weekend to keep their animals safe and secure.
Holiday Pet Safety Tips:
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Create a calm space: Set up a quiet, secure area in your home where pets can retreat from loud noises.
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Update identification: Ensure pets have current ID tags and that microchip information is up-to-date, just in case they slip out.
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Clean up debris: Fireworks can leave behind harmful litter. Check your yard for leftover debris before letting pets outside.
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Skip the scraps: Holiday gatherings often involve tempting food, but many table items—like onions, chocolate, and bones—can be toxic to pets.
Photos, videos, and a full list of safety tips can be found at bestfriends.org.
Adoption Fees Waived July 1–10
Looking to be a hero for a pet in need? Best Friends is waiving all adoption fees from July 1–10 at their locations nationwide, including the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab. The campaign is part of a special summer promotion made possible by Warner Bros. Discovery. It’s the perfect time to meet your new best friend—and save a life in the process.
To learn more or browse adoptable pets, visit bestfriends.org/superman.
Best Friends Animal Society is working to make every shelter and community in America no-kill*, with a goal of ending the killing of cats and dogs in shelters nationwide by 2025. With data from over 7,900 shelters and rescue groups, they are leading the charge for lifesaving solutions—and that starts at home.
