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FIREWORKS AND PETS DON’T MAKE FOR A HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY

 << Phoenix, AZ June 26, 2001>>  Don’t let your pet fall victim to fireworks this year!   

Pets 911 wants to remind pet owners that the Fourth of July can be a potentially dangerous and frightening time for pets.  In addition to the physical dangers, many pets are fearful of the excitement and noise created by Fourth of July fireworks.  In fact, this holiday results in the influx of more runaway and lost pets into animal shelters than any other day of the year. 

Pets 911 would like to offer the following tips to help keep your pets safe from becoming a shelter statistic this Independence Day: (These tips can also be found on our Web site, 1888PETS911.org)

If your pet strays or becomes injured despite all precautions, the nations resource for animal welfare can help.  By either visiting www.1888PETS911.org or calling toll-free 1-888-PETS911, you can post a description and picture of your lost pet or search the Pets 911 database, as well as locate your nearest emergency veterinary clinic.   Since its inception, Pets 911 has been very successful in reuniting lost pets with their owners and assists the public daily with all their local pet welfare needs.

Pets 911 is a collaboration of the nations largest animal welfare organizations, including SPAY/USA, the American Humane Association, the Doris Day Animal Foundation, Alley Cat Allies, Doing Things For Animals, PETsMART Charities, along with over 5,400 local animal welfare agencies across the country.  Pets 911 is made available to the public at no cost because of support from caring corporations who include PETsMART, Kodak, AT&T and Compaq.  

Contact:   Tara Zontanos-Alves, Director of Public Relations

Phone:  602-824-6283

Fax:  602-553-8782

Email:  talves@1888Pets911.org      

Ten Commandments For a Responsible Pet Owner

1.  My life is likely to last 10 to 15 years. Any separation from you will be very painful.

2.  Give me time to understand what you want of me.

3.  Place your trust in me -- it is crucial for my well being.

4.  Don't be angry with me for long, and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainment. I only have YOU!

5.  Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I understand your voice.

6.  Be aware that however you treat me, I'll NEVER forget it.

7.  Before you hit me, remember that I have teeth that could easily crush the bones in your hand, but I choose not to bite you.

8.  Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, I've been in the sun too long, or my heart may be getting old and weak.

9.  Take care of me when I get old. You, too, will grow old.

10. Go with me on difficult journeys. Never say, "I can't bear to watch it" or, "Let it happen in my absence." Everything is easier for ME if you are there.

Remember, I love you.

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