{"id":9597,"date":"2024-07-02T16:02:52","date_gmt":"2024-07-02T16:02:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aercmn.com\/?p=9597"},"modified":"2024-07-02T16:02:52","modified_gmt":"2024-07-02T16:02:52","slug":"fourth-of-july-safety-for-pets-tips-solutions-from-the-experts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/fourth-of-july-safety-for-pets-tips-solutions-from-the-experts\/","title":{"rendered":"Fourth of July Safety for Pets: Tips &#038; Solutions from the Experts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9600 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1.png\" alt=\"An anxious dog hiding underneath furniture, surrounded by darkness.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Around July 4<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> and 5<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">, more pets are reported missing than any other day of the year \u2013 largely due to Fourth of July fireworks triggering <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/did-you-hear-that-noise-aversion-in-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">noise anxiety<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> \u2013 a medical condition where loud noises cause fearful &amp; anxious behaviors in pets. Without treatment, noise anxiety can progress to escape attempts and destructive behaviors.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">To help pet parents prepare for the Fourth of July holiday, we hosted a Facebook Live in June of 2024 with Devon Thomas Treadwell, co-founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theretrievers.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Retrievers<\/a>, an organization in Minnesota dedicated to helping families reunite with their missing dogs. During our discussion, Devon shared valuable tips on how to prevent pets from going missing during the Fourth of July holiday, as well as what steps to take if the worst does occur \u2013 or if you find someone else\u2019s missing pet!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">You can watch the Facebook Live replay here to listen to the full, in-depth conversation and view Devon\u2019s informative slideshow, or review a summary of the information below.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: none; overflow: hidden;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/video.php?height=314&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Faercmn%2Fvideos%2F1917458542028119%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"314\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fireworks season is The Retrievers\u2019 busiest time of year. With the Fourth of July approaching, pet parents need to know that fireworks are not fun for dogs. Overall, most dogs are phobic and will bolt during fireworks if they aren\u2019t kept safe.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Retrievers are experts on how to prevent your pet from going missing during fireworks, as well as what to do if your pet does escape. Below are some of their best tips to help keep your pets safe the weeks before, during, and after the Fourth of July.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9602 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3.png\" alt=\"A veterinarian performing a physical exam on a dog at a veterinary clinic.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW241633409 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW241633409 BCX8\">Preparing for the Fireworks<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW241633409 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW61584675 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61584675 BCX8\">Don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61584675 BCX8\"> wait until the Fourth of July to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61584675 BCX8\">act<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61584675 BCX8\">! <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61584675 BCX8\">Instead, prepare weeks in advance.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61584675 BCX8\"> A few weeks prior to the holiday:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW61584675 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Remember that dogs\u2019 behaviors can change, and fears develop! Don\u2019t assume your dog won\u2019t be afraid of fireworks based on past behavior.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW55711175 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55711175 BCX8\">Assume people will be setting off fireworks for at least one week before and after the Fourth of July holiday<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55711175 BCX8\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55711175 BCX8\">even<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55711175 BCX8\"> longer in some areas.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Talk to your family veterinarian. If you know your dog has noise anxiety, don\u2019t wait until the week of the Fourth of July. Your family veterinarian can discuss and prescribe medications, pheromones, or supplements that may help your dog.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Microchip your dog in addition to having ID tags on your dog\u2019s collar. Additionally, make sure your microchip information is up to date. If you have recently moved or changed your number, update your account with the microchip registry.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW91619752 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91619752 BCX8\">Don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91619752 BCX8\"> let<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91619752 BCX8\"> your dog roam off-leash while outside, not even for potty breaks in your yard, during the weeks surrounding the Fou<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW91619752 BCX8\">rth of July.<\/span><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\">A fou<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\">r-<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\">foot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\"> fence is NOT high enough to prevent a panicked dog from jumping over it! Dogs can even scale higher <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\">chain link <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\">fences because they have a foothold. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\">Don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\"> assume <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\">a fence is a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\">proper <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\">barrier for a p<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\">an<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\">icked<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73355501 BCX8\"> dog!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW73355501 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Invest in a properly-fitted martingale collar which is designed to safely constrict against your dog\u2019s throat if he tries to pull out of it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ensure your pet sitter knows how to keep your pet safe if your pet is staying with someone around the Fourth of July holiday.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Always update photos of your dog in case you must make a missing dog flyer. Have one photo of your dog\u2019s standing profile and one photo of their face. Make sure the photo\u2019s background is simple and uncluttered.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9601 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2.png\" alt=\"A woman sitting on her couch in a dark room watching TV with her dog in her lap.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW241845438 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW241845438 BCX8\">On the Night of Fourth of July<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW241845438 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW188899364 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW188899364 BCX8\">Whether or not you usually hear fireworks in your neighborhood, on the Fourth of July, we recommend you:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW188899364 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Leave dogs at home; don\u2019t take them to fireworks displays.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW105817155 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105817155 BCX8\">Stay at home with your dog<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105817155 BCX8\"> if they have noise anxiety<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105817155 BCX8\">! Your dog looks to you for safety<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105817155 BCX8\"> and confidence<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105817155 BCX8\">. Noise-phobic dogs may jump through screens, chew through drywall, or break windows <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105817155 BCX8\">if l<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105817155 BCX8\">e<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105817155 BCX8\">ft alone<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105817155 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Leash your dog during potty breaks \u2013 even in a fenced-in yard \u2013 and go before dark!<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Take your dog for a long car ride until the fireworks are over (if your dog enjoys car rides).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW200238532 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200238532 BCX8\">In the car, keep your dog tethered and leash them before you let them out of the car.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW200238532 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\">T<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\">ether<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\"> your dog<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\"> before you open <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\">an <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\">exterior<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\">door if you <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\">are having<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\"> guests over. You can also use a secondary barrier such as <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\">a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\">baby gate or X pen if you have a wide hallway to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\">ensure<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\"> your dog <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\">doesn\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\"> have access to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\">the<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW122299575 BCX8\"> door as your guests are coming and going.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW122299575 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW41488048 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41488048 BCX8\">Use a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41488048 BCX8\">Thundershirt<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41488048 BCX8\"> and\/or dog-specific earmuffs to comfort your dog during <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41488048 BCX8\">fireworks<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41488048 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW41488048 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW226934664 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226934664 BCX8\">Give your pet medications, pheromones, supplements, or over-the-counter calming treats as instructed by your family veterinarian.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW226934664 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW262059305 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262059305 BCX8\">Create <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262059305 BCX8\">a haven<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262059305 BCX8\"> for your pet in an interior room or crate.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW262059305 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50567598 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50567598 BCX8\">Close drapes<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50567598 BCX8\"> or lower blinds<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50567598 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW50567598 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW31002796 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW31002796 BCX8\">Turn on white noise (a sound machine, fan, TV, music)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW31002796 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW115159173 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW115159173 BCX8\">Utilize a<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW115159173 BCX8\">YouTube<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW115159173 BCX8\"> channel<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW115159173 BCX8\">dedicated to white noise for dogs!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW115159173 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW46080589 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW46080589 BCX8\">Provide enrichment activities, toys, and treats<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW46080589 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW1237534 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1237534 BCX8\">Talk to your neighbors<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1237534 BCX8\">,<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1237534 BCX8\">and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1237534 BCX8\">politely ask them <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1237534 BCX8\">what time they<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1237534 BCX8\"> plan to use fireworks. Some people may get defensiv<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1237534 BCX8\">e, but just simply <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1237534 BCX8\">make the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1237534 BCX8\">request<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1237534 BCX8\"> so everyone can be prepared.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW1237534 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9606 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Untitled-design-2024-07-02T105443.680.png\" alt=\"A missing dog flyer on a tree with a photo of a dog.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Untitled-design-2024-07-02T105443.680.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Untitled-design-2024-07-02T105443.680-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW240355177 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW240355177 BCX8\">Missing Dogs<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW240355177 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In the unfortunate event that your dog goes missing or you discover a lost dog, understand that it\u2019s not realistic to expect to call the dog\u2019s name, they come running, and they\u2019ll jump into your car.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Instead, lost dogs quickly go into \u201c<strong>survival mode<\/strong>.\u201d A dog needs food, water, security, and shelter. When they are separated from their humans, they understand they have lost their resources. What they lose first is that security. Dogs that bolt during loud noises may not eat for days because they are searching for a place where they feel safe again. When in survival mode, they will often run if a human approaches.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Of course, this reaction varies depending on the dog\u2019s personality. Some dogs may come to you and want to be petted. Other dogs that lack confidence or are fearful and anxious by nature will be much more difficult to catch. Often, reactive dogs or anxious dogs go into survival mode as soon as they\u2019re out of their house or away from their humans.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW232859608 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW232859608 BCX8\">Steps to Take<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW232859608 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW121420049 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW121420049 BCX8\">What happens next depends on the demeanor of your dog and the situation that caused your dog to go missing. Dogs who wander out an open gate and just go sniffing around are much more likely to get into your car if <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW121420049 BCX8\">you<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW121420049 BCX8\">drive around the neighborhood.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW121420049 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW228202631 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228202631 BCX8\">However,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228202631 BCX8\"> dogs who <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228202631 BCX8\">are shy, fearful, and anxious who leave in a panic due to loud noises (especially ongoing loud noises<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228202631 BCX8\"> like fireworks<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228202631 BCX8\">) <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228202631 BCX8\">won\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228202631 BCX8\"> slow down. They may run for miles<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228202631 BCX8\">!<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228202631 BCX8\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW228202631 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW222739716 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW222739716 BCX8\">So, you can:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW222739716 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW119298798 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119298798 BCX8\">Drive around the neighborhood in hopes you can spot your pet<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119298798 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW119298798 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW168338110 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW168338110 BCX8\">Post on social media<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW168338110 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW168338110 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW267083058 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267083058 BCX8\">P<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267083058 BCX8\">ost \u201cHey if you\u2019re in the northern *city name* area, can you keep an eye out for my dog?\u201d <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267083058 BCX8\">Don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW267083058 BCX8\"> provide your exact location.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW267083058 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW95940124 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW95940124 BCX8\">Provide general instructions not to chase or call the dog \u2013 just to call you right away.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW95940124 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW202654578 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202654578 BCX8\">When you receive tips, go to that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202654578 BCX8\">location,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202654578 BCX8\"> and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202654578 BCX8\">attempt<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202654578 BCX8\">these <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202654578 BCX8\">calming signals<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202654578 BCX8\"> to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202654578 BCX8\">initiate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202654578 BCX8\"> catching your dog (or you can use these to try to help catch a lost dog you spot)<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW202654578 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW202654578 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW96897909 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW96897909 BCX8\">Remember: <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW96897909 BCX8\">Don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW96897909 BCX8\"> call<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW96897909 BCX8\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW96897909 BCX8\">whistle<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW96897909 BCX8\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW96897909 BCX8\">stare<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW96897909 BCX8\"> at<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW96897909 BCX8\"> or run to the dog<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW96897909 BCX8\"> \u2013 even if this is YOUR dog!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW96897909 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW226386314 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226386314 BCX8\">Instead, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226386314 BCX8\">indicate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226386314 BCX8\"> that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226386314 BCX8\">you\u2019re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW226386314 BCX8\"> not a threat:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW226386314 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\">Sit down and turn your shoulder to the dog. Try to get upwind<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\"> so your dog can <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\">smell you<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\">! Keep in mind, if the dog is threatened, they <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\">aren\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\"> using their sense of <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\">smell<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\">until <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\">they\u2019re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\"> able to<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\">calm<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\"> down<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW218704667 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW218704667 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW253167408 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW253167408 BCX8\">If you have treats, rattle the treat <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW253167408 BCX8\">container<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW253167408 BCX8\">. Keep your shoulder turned<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW253167408 BCX8\"> to the dog<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW253167408 BCX8\">, but flick a few treats the dog\u2019s way. If the dog is not in survival mode, they might be interested in <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW253167408 BCX8\">treats<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW253167408 BCX8\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW253167408 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\">Take out your phone and pretend to talk to someone about the dog \u2013 but <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\">don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\"> speak directly to the dog. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\">Speak<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\"> key phrases like \u201cI really wish I had time to take Fido to the dog park\u201d or \u201cI bet Fido would really like a treat! I bet <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\">he\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\"> hungry!\u201d Use <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\">any <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\">words <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\">to which <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\">you<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\">r dog<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\"> responds positively<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\">. Again, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\">don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\"> look at the dog or call out \u2013 just <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\">wait and<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119622201 BCX8\">let them approach you.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW119622201 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW69014493 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW69014493 BCX8\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-9603 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/4-300x227.png\" alt=\"An example of a &quot;Missy Trap&quot; - a live trap designed by The Retrievers, wrapped around a tree to safely capture a missing dog.\" width=\"300\" height=\"227\" \/>Utilize <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theretrievers.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW69014493 BCX8\">The Retrievers<\/span><\/a><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW69014493 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW2344857 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW2344857 BCX8\">Go to their website and follow <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW2344857 BCX8\">their<\/span> <\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW2344857 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW2344857 BCX8\">\u201c<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW2344857 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theretrievers.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ActionPlan2023.pdf?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1CFLbbcmVVaJJpFmQ8KVNDej4NtAHkN1-GQ929bGUTKMD9Yep4IDOxBB4_aem_dWR0k4g_nwUrDhsG3rtMyg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW2344857 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW2344857 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Action Plan<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW2344857 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW2344857 BCX8\">\u201d<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW2344857 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW258168869 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258168869 BCX8\">Not everyone is on social media, so they also have yellow \u201cLost Dog\u201d <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW258168869 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/view.officeapps.live.com\/op\/view.aspx?src=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theretrievers.org%2Fdownloads%2FFlyer-Template-Blank.doc&amp;wdOrigin=BROWSELINK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW258168869 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258168869 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">signs<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW258168869 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258168869 BCX8\"> that are highly effective<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258168869 BCX8\">. Watch a flyer tutorial <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW258168869 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=USOjceq8GXc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW258168869 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258168869 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">here<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW258168869 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW258168869 BCX8\">!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW258168869 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW203600057 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203600057 BCX8\">If <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203600057 BCX8\">you\u2019re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203600057 BCX8\"> in one of The Retrievers\u2019 active areas, you can en<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203600057 BCX8\">gage with them <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203600057 BCX8\">via<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203600057 BCX8\"> the \u201c<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW203600057 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theretrievers.org\/request-assistance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW203600057 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203600057 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Request Assistance<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW203600057 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203600057 BCX8\">\u201d button on their website<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203600057 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW203600057 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187179720 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187179720 BCX8\">Find more tips from The Retrievers <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW187179720 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theretrievers.org\/start-your-search-right\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW187179720 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187179720 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">here.<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Spread awareness! <span class=\"TextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\">Many dogs are caught by the owner, a Good Samaritan, or The Retrievers. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\">Once you start <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\">receiving<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\"> tips, you can <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\">chart<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\">sighting<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\">s on <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW70837580 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theretrievers.org\/using-google-maps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW70837580 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Google Map<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">s<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\"> to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\">determine<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\"> any patterns.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\"> You may want to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\">attempt<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW70837580 BCX8\"> to catch your dog at these locations.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">If the situation <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">merits its use<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">, The Retrievers may set up a \u201c<\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW132468358 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theretrievers.org\/missy-trap\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW132468358 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Missy Trap<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">.<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">\u201d <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">The Retrievers developed <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">this<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">easily con<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">figure<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">d<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">, adjustable<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">live trap which <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">utilizes<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\"> a<\/span> <\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW132468358 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theretrievers.org\/raytripper\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW132468358 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">raytripp<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">er<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\"> t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">o close the door once a pet has entered the trap<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132468358 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW132468358 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9599 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Untitled-design-2024-07-01T130137.413.png\" alt=\"Two kids petting their new dog at an animal shelter.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Untitled-design-2024-07-01T130137.413.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Untitled-design-2024-07-01T130137.413-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW195790699 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW195790699 BCX8\">Dogs + New Situations<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW195790699 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW231610802 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW231610802 BCX8\">It\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW231610802 BCX8\"> important to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW231610802 BCX8\">know<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW231610802 BCX8\"> that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW231610802 BCX8\">dogs who have recently undergone a transition in their day-to-day life are at increased risk of running away. Transition events include the following<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW231610802 BCX8\">:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW231610802 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Adoption (or at a foster family\u2019s home)<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Moved into a new home<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Travel (including camping)<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Staying with a pet sitter at the pet sitter\u2019s home<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">These examples and others like them <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">can cause <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">anxiety for dogs<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">. When this happens, they want to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">escape<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\"> whatever is causing their anxiety \u2013 so they bolt.<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">About 25% of The Retrievers\u2019 cases involve<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\"> adopted<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">\/<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">foster dogs in <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">the<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\"> home for <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">up to one month<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">. Of those, about <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">50% went missing <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">within the first 24 hours. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">So, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">when you foster or adopt a dog, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">it\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\"> important to take extra steps to keep them safe. Th<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">e<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\">e may<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200121559 BCX8\"> include:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW200121559 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Utilizing barriers in front of exterior doors<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Keeping the dog on-leash, even in your yard for potty breaks, until they are well-bonded to you. This may take several months.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tethering dogs in the car and leashing before opening the car door<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW217364670 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW217364670 BCX8\">Also<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217364670 BCX8\"> car-related &#8211; l<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217364670 BCX8\">ocking<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217364670 BCX8\">power window<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217364670 BCX8\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217364670 BCX8\">! 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Remember to talk to your family veterinarian about any concerns prior to the holiday week. We also recommend reviewing the resources and information on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theretrievers.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Retrievers\u2019 website<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> so you\u2019re prepared \u2013 just in case!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If your dog does run away, engage with The Retrievers on their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theretrievers.org\/request-assistance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">website<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW72000208 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW72000208 BCX8\">About The Retrievers<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW72000208 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theretrievers.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Retrievers<\/a> is a local, volunteer-based organization in Minnesota dedicated to helping families bring their missing dogs home. They started as members of the Lost Dog Rapid Response team for Retriever a Golden of Minnesota (RAGOM) and eventually split off in 2014 to become a nonprofit to assist more rescues and families.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you are interested in volunteering with The Retrievers, they are always looking for more recruits! They will provide all training! <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you are in Minnesota, especially the Rochester, MN area \u2013 they need your help! Learn more about volunteering <\/span><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theretrievers.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ActionPlan2023.pdf?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1CFLbbcmVVaJJpFmQ8KVNDej4NtAHkN1-GQ929bGUTKMD9Yep4IDOxBB4_aem_dWR0k4g_nwUrDhsG3rtMyg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">here<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you would like to donate to help The Retrievers with their cause, click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theretrievers.org\/donate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More Reading:<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/did-you-hear-that-noise-aversion-in-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Did You Hear That!? Noise Aversion in Dogs<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/how-to-find-my-lost-dog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to Find My Lost Dog<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/fireworks-and-pets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fireworks and Pets | Tips to Keep Pets Safe This Fourth of July<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/fourth-of-july-pet-dangers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fourth of July Pet Dangers<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7548 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-7.png\" alt=\"Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, Fast Track Triage, color-coded triage system, pet emergency, Twin Cities emergency vet, Minnesota emergency vet, Saint Paul emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-7.png 940w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-7-768x644.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/ext\/embed.html?id=386676318024187593\" width=\"345\" height=\"618\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Around July 4th and 5th, more pets are reported missing than any other day of the year \u2013 largely due to Fourth of July fireworks triggering noise anxiety \u2013 a medical condition where loud noises cause fearful &amp; anxious behaviors in pets. Without treatment, noise anxiety can progress to escape attempts and destructive behaviors.\u00a0 \u00a0To [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":9605,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[18],"tags":[17,2101,2102,1345,571,2103,2104,2105,2106,2107,2108],"class_list":["post-9597","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","tag-animal-emergency-referral-center-of-minnesota","tag-finding-your-lost-dog","tag-finding-your-missing-dog","tag-fourth-of-july","tag-fourth-of-july-pet-safety","tag-minnesota-pet-resources","tag-missing-dogs","tag-missing-pets","tag-noise-anxiety-dogs","tag-noise-phobia-dogs","tag-the-retrievers"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Fourth of July Safety for Pets: Tips &amp; Solutions from the Experts<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The Retrievers join us to discuss how to keep your pets safe this Fourth of July, as well as what to do if your pet goes missing.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/fourth-of-july-safety-for-pets-tips-solutions-from-the-experts\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Fourth of July Safety for Pets: Tips &amp; 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