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The Fourth of July is no holiday for dogs

12:04 PM, July 4, 2008

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Many Southern California dog and pet owners are preparing to protect their animals from all the noise and smell of Independence Day fireworks. There is some great advice on L.A. Unleashed to help keep your pet from freaking out on the Fourth.

-- Jesus Sanchez

Photo: A dog trainer in Portland, Oregon tries to desensitize a dog to fireworks. Source: AP

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Happy Red White and Boom

I have kennels in my home for my two Boxers. When the 4th comes around I just
put them in their kennels with a dog treat and a toy and they usually sleep through the night.

Cheers,

Happy Red White and Boom

I have kennels in my home for my two Boxers. When the 4th comes around I just
put them in their kennels with a dog treat and a toy and they usually sleep through the night.

Cheers,

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