Fourth of July is almost here, and when you think about this upcoming holiday, you probably think about barbecues, lounging on the beach or fireworks. Unfortunately, our dogs only think about the bright lights, loud noises and strange smells that this holiday brings. Did you know that more pets go missing on the Fourth of July than any other day of the year?

I reached out to the Executive Director of Michelson Found Animals, Aimee Gilbreath, to find out what pet owners can do to help keep their pets safe on the Fourth of July (and every other day of the year). She’s sharing tips to help owners and their pets have a safe and enjoyable holiday celebration without having to cut out the bright lights and loud sounds.