07/01/2026
The race is on! The stands are open and fireworks have already started. We have already been receiving the emails about dogs missing due to fireworks. Normally in Texas, the fireworks stands would close at the end of business on the 4th but this year for America's 250th birthday, the legislature have extended sales through the 5th.
Protect your pets. Make sure they are wearing a collar and tag. If you do not have a tag, take a piece of masking tape, write your phone number on it, and wrap it around the collar sticking the ends together. Make sure your gates are secured. If your dog is very scared take them out on a leash even in your own backyard. Dogs have been known to go through windows because of fear. Keep them SAFE