Fourth of July for Fido

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. As summer kicks into full-gear, Americans everywhere prepare to fire up their grills, stoke up their inner patriot, and get the fireworks ready for the Fourth of July. This holiday is celebrated every year despite the intense heat or threat of rain, and is a favorite for many to celebrate with their families. But this celebratory weekend is also infamous for pets going missing. In fact, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC), more pets go missing during the July 4 weekend than any other time of the year. With all of the excitement of planning your family's holiday festivities, there are some key factors for Fido that you may not have thought of