Phoebe the Goffin's cockatoo does not like loud noises but her owner, judicial reporter Michael Karlik, lives far enough away from most of the explosions, she's not affected. "Garbage trucks, weed whackers and thunder are much louder," he said. (Michael Karlik)
While Independence Day celebrations are fun for people, they can be a real problem for your pets. More dogs and cats go missing over the July 4 holiday than during any other time of the year.
Phoebe the Goffin’s cockatoo does not like loud noises but her owner, judicial reporter Michael Karlik, lives far enough away from most of the explosions, she’s not affected. “Garbage trucks, weed whackers and thunder are much louder,” he said. (Michael Karlik)After Sir Tazman was run over after fleeing fireworks in panic, Tom Chelston has learned. King Rowdy of Loudbark, his 25th Welsh Corgi, will be tucked in for the holiday. (Tom Chelston)Miss Pea sleeps through fireworks because she has a brave heart. (Kathy Slater)Nala the Frenchie puppie has not experienced a July yet but she is a little worried. (Carol McKinley)Thor and Loki are a bonded rescue pair who keep each other calm over the July 4 holiday. (Bryana via Twitter)This is Kirra, who according to her owner Amy Hwang, hides under the bed when the fireworks start cracking and popping. (Amy Hwang)Dasher the Golden Retriever is not a fan of July 4. His owner, our editor Vince Bzdek, said he may be big and bold-looking, but he is afraid of loud noises. (Vince Bzdek)Ms. Kitten’s dad, Michel Brewer, always had a cool and quiet place to stay calm during Independence Day celebrations. (Michel Brewer)Bette Davis the Boston Terrier, who has passed away, was always in the July 4 parade but she didn’t so much like the fireworks. (Carol McKinley)
