05/23/2026
🇺🇸 Memorial Day Pet Safety Tips 🐾
• Keep pets away from the grill and hot coals
• Avoid giving table scraps like bones, corn cobs, onions, grapes, and fatty foods
• Store alcohol and desserts out of reach
• Make sure pets always have access to fresh water and shade during outdoor gatherings
• Be mindful of loud noises and fireworks that may cause anxiety
• Keep citronella candles, lighter fluid, and pool chemicals safely secured
• Ensure your pet is wearing ID tags and is leashed when outdoors. Double check gates and doors — holiday guests can make quick escapes easier!
Here are several options for 24 hour facilities if your pet is in need of veterinary care over the holiday weekend. We always recommend calling ahead so they can best assist you!
- East Metro Animal Emergency in Covington 678-212-0300
- UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital in Athens
706-542-3221
- St Francis Veterinary Specialists in Decatur
404-924-2000
Wishing everyone a safe Memorial Day weekend! We will return open Tuesday, May 26th at 8am.