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Humane Society of the United States
Coverage of Humane Society of the United States in the Nexus archive.
Dr. Michelle Lugonesperson1Best Friends Animal Societyorganization1American Veterinary Medical Associationorganization1Chewyorganization1Thundershirtstopic1fireworkstopic1petstopic1American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animalsorganization1Pit Bulltopic1Animal Welfare Instituteorganization1United States Department of Agricultureorganization1
- July 4th: How to keep your pets safe during fireworks
Fireworks on July 4th can distress pets like dogs and cats due to loud noises and sporadic sounds. Experts recommend keeping pets indoors, providing calming techniques, and ensuring they are microchipped. Organizations like the Humane Society and Chewy suggest exercise, soothing music, and products like Thundershirts to reduce anxiety.
- Disaster after shelter put 'adopt me' vest on violent pit bull and took it to crowded marathon with vulnerable animals
A shelter put an 'adopt me' vest on a violent pit bull and took it to a crowded marathon, posing a risk to vulnerable animals. The event resulted in a disaster. The shelter's decision has been widely criticized.