It's THAT weekend again :-(

Deb and Ed M wrote:
I've been praying for rain every evening, to cut down on the number of fireworks lit, to no avail. We live on a large lake, so it's a nonstop barrage of fireworks for weeks (until all the corner fireworks tents disappear again).

I'm lucky that Ben is just "scared" of fireworks - on a scale of 1 to 10 (out-of-their-skulls-terrorized) - he's about a 6. But I've known other dogs who just suffer miserably during the 4th of July holiday. Our "big" fireworks show is Saturday night - Ben will be taking an herbal "doggie downer" to take the edge off. Otherwise, we just make sure his last potty break is before sunset. Jimmy, bless his heart, is unfazed by explosions; and I think that helps Ben, too.

So I'll say a little prayer for all the fireworks-frightened pets. Also remember that this is when scared dogs might run off - make sure your dog has ID!

I use to have a Collie (Bud) who was terrified of fireworks and thunder. I had some neighbors at the seasonal campground with two kids. When I told them about Bud they didn't shoot any fireworks by the trailer. They took them down to the Rock Quarry to shoot them off. So nice for parents to teach responsible behavior.