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Seasonal Alert, Jun 15 - Sep 10 : Summer Holiday Safety Tips For your Furry Friends

From the start of the new year to the end of the year, the Houston Humane Society is here to help you and your companion animals live happy, safe and healthy lives. During the often busy and hectic HOWLiday season, schedules and routines will be turned upside down and sometimes it's the little things that are often forgotten. Without any prevention or preparation, the HOWLiday season's dangers can be fatal for your pets. Listed below are the upcoming holidays and their dangers so that loving and caring pet owners like you can prevent HOWLiday accidents.

July 4th & Labor Day
Fireworks, food and fun but these holidays bring bright lights and loud noises that can startle and scare pets. Put them in a secure place (inside the home) until the night is over. Furthermore, when you are barbecuing those hamburgers, hot dogs and chicken-REMEMBER to keep the table scraps to a minimum and definitely keep those chicken bones away from your pet.

Courtesy of the Houston Humane Society, click here for additional seasonal pet tips.

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