Is Your Dog Leaning On The Side Of Being Frightened?

The 4th of July can be a trying time for any pet parent. The loud noises are the perfect storm for anxiety and destruction. But it can also be a fun time to do silly themed things with your pet. 

As always the best way to handle a poor situation is to prevent it if possible. Start training with your puppy as soon as possible. Here is a very informative step by step of how to do desensitizing training for fireworks. (Bonus! It works well with other loud noises as well!)

https://www.preventivevet.com/dogs/get-your-dog-ready-for-4th-of-july

On The Fun Side of Things:

Things you can go do:

• Go to the beach! What screams summer and celebration more than being on a beach? Indiana has several pet friendly stops. Indiana Dunes State park is pet friendly!

• Go to the park. Take a walk around your local park, or visit one of the many dog parks in the area.

• • Woodland Park Dog Park, Portage
  • Dogwood Run at Lemon Lake County Park, Crown Point
  • Freedom Bark Park, Lowell
  • Centennial Dog Park, Munster

• Travel! There are dog-friendly events that happen all over the united states. Get out there and see this beautiful country, and bring your pup along for the ride! Obviously this year is a little different as most events have been canceled for health security, but check back next year for a full list of awesome events happening around the states!

Other Ways To Celebrate:

And of course you can always host your own party! Invite your dogs friends over. Cute pet costumes, themed treats, and games. Here are just a few of my favorites. *some of the links are affiliate links, so if you purchase from one of those links THANK YOU!!

Costumes:

• Uncle Sam Costume (yep, this one is truly adorable!)
• 4th of July Ruffle Collar (Your dog will feel like the ‘belle of the ball’!)  And of Course, what kind of lady wouldn’t insist on a matching bottom half!
• Stars and Stripes Forever T-shirt ( a classic!)
• Patriotic Leash and Collar  (yet another classic)

Toys:

• Kong ball and rope
• Classic 4th-of-July Squeeky Toy
• USA tennis balls (Another Classic!)

Treats You Make Yourself:

• Red, White, Blue gummy treats
• Hot Dog shaped treats
• Pupsicles

And if you don’t feel up to making your own you can always purchase some!

• USA and Star dog treats
• Calming Treats
• Heart flag treats

Whatever it is you decide to do for your holiday just make sure to have fun. Your dog is going to follow your lead and have a good time right along with you. If you do any special treats or dress your pup up please share some photos with us!