Fourth of July Tips

Summer is the busiest time of the year for shelters nationwide, and during the week of Fourth of July, The Animal Foundation experiences a significant influx of animals.

In 2023, we took in 594 animals between July 1 and July 10. In 2024, we've had increasingly high intake numbers, so we expect to be overwhelmed this Fourth of July.

With Fourth of July fireworks being set off, it's important to know how to prevent your pets from getting lost and what to do if you find a lost pet. Your actions are a critical step in bringing pets and their parents back together again.

Click the buttons below to read the tips you can follow if you'd like to help keep pets safe, happy, and out of the shelter this holiday season.