Humane Society’s 4th Of July Tips For Pets
June 23, 2011 3:33 PM 
I’m sure we’ve all owned a pet who had a unique fear of something in particular. I know that my dog is terrified of the vacuum and our stuffed chef that hangs on the wall in kitchen. Yet, there is one day every year that usually terrorizes all pets just the same: July 4th. I can honestly say that I’ve never seen an animal sit back and enjoy a nice, big fireworks show. That’s why the Vanderburg Humane Society has taken a stand to protect our pets this Fourth of July.
Did you know that nationally, the first business day following July 4th is the busiest day at animal shelters for lost and found pets? “The thunderous noise from firework displays often frightens and disorients pets, and as a result they will often bolt from their owners or yard trying to get away from that noise,” says VHS PR Coordinator Sydney Long. “Even the most social, easy going pets are often affected.”
On average, the VHS receives 3 times the normal amount of calls for lost pets following this explosive holiday. When fireworks begin, dogs have been known to jump fences, dig out of their yards, break chains, and even bust through glass windows because of their wild fear.
So, in order to try and avoid terrorizing your pets and possibly even losing them, make sure you leave your pet inside your air-conditioned home this Fourth, confined to a crate or safe area where they cannot destroy contents of your home or harm themselves. If your pet’s anxiety is serious, contact your veternarian in advance to discuss ways to alleviate their fear and anxiety.
If you decide that you want to try and take your pet out this July 4th, remember that pet identification is a necessary factor in ensuring your pet’s safe return just in case it does go missing. A proper-fitting collar, ID tags, and microchip will greatly increase your chances of getting your beloved pet back home safely and promptly. Make sure that all of your contact information is up-to-date.
So remember this Fourth of July, if you have a safe place in your home to leave your pet, please do so to save them the anxiety of the explosions and you the possible anxiety of a lost pet.
Please have a safe and fun-filled Independence Day!
B.U.L.L.I.E. Nation Rescue Is Helping The Animals Of Moore, Oklahoma
May 24, 2013 10:24 AM B.U.L.L.I.E. Nation Rescue and Pet Food Center are teaming up to help the animals and families affected by the tornado in Oklahoma. The shelters and rescues are overrun with extra animals to feed and care for. They will be having a Stuff the Truck event Saturday, May 25th from 10 to 4 at Pet Food Center’s North Evansville Location.
11 Examples of Hilarious Kid Poetry
It’s no secret kids are smart little nuggets. For starters, they’re chock-full of helpful logic and know how to fool parents with a fib. As we’ve recently discovered, they’re also very talented in the poetry department.
Miranda Lambert to Aid Animal Rescue Efforts in Moore, Oklahoma
Miranda Lambert's soft spot for animals is well known in country music circles. The singer has her own animal rescue organization, and she's agreed to pitch in to help take care of the many animals displaced by the devastating tornado which hit Moore, Oklahoma on Monday (May 20).
Jason Aldean Calls on Fans to Help Decide His Next Single
Jason Aldean has decided to 'take a little ride' on the wild side and let his fans help decide the next single from his hit record 'Night Train.' With ten No. 1 songs under his belt, he's hoping those who know best will be able to choose his next hit.
Tim McGraw Empowers Fan Fighting Cancer With Heartfelt Kiss
Country music superstar Tim McGraw thrilled a fan who is battling cancer by acknowledging her at his concert in Burgettstown, Penn. this past Saturday night (May 18). The photo showing the singer giving Shirlene Borsos a tender kiss on the head has since become a viral internet sensation.
Conan O’Brien Takes Taylor Swift to Task About the Reality of Being 22
May 23, 2013 11:50 PM Taylor Swift has made a very nice career singing about the different stages of her life so far and her new song '22' is another great example of that. Swift is growing up through her music right before our very eyes and as fun as she makes being 22 sound in the song and in the video, the reality of being 22 is really very different as Conan O'Brien so eloquently points out.
What Would It Sound Like To Re-Enact Your Conversations With a 2-Year-Old With Another Adult Man?
May 23, 2013 8:00 PM Every dad knows what it's like to have a conversation with their toddler. Imagine if you will, re-enacting that conversation with another adult man playing the part of your 2-year-old daughter for example. The conversation would be the same, but the dynamic is totally different. One YouTube user decided to do that very thing.
Nashville Season One Review – Drama Galore
May 23, 2013 6:00 PM If you enjoy twists and turns of a police drama and a sexy soap with all the fun of the country music business, then you should be watching Nashville on ABC. The show wrapped its first season last night and it's been announced they're back for a second in the fall. That's good because what a cliff hanger...or hangers actually.
Country Whuppin’ – Jon Pardi Vs. Lauren Alaina
May 23, 2013 3:22 PM Jon Pardi is one win away from the Country Whuppin' Hall of Fame! To make that happen, he'll have to beat someone who's made it there twice. Let's see if the Pardianimals can hold off Lauren Alaina's new single in today's Whuppin'!
Sisters Mourning Mother’s Death Kicked Out of Mall for Wearing Anti-Cancer Hats
It may sound crazy, but showing just how much they despise cancer got three sisters booted from a mall.