It’s Canada Day this weekend, and the Fourth of July.  I recently learned that the busiest day in animal shelters in the U.S. is July the 5th.  Can anyone guess why?

I was just sitting out on my back deck enjoying this crazy heat, and listening to the odd firecracker go off.  Its not even dusk.  Why does this always happen?  Cant people wait until dark??

Shortly after, I heard someone roaming the neighborhood calling for their pet.  I can only imagine the crack of fireworks scared the pet and it took off.  Of all the dogs I have owned, the only two who weren’t afraid of fireworks and thunder were my two goldens.  My german shepherd was terrified of both, so were my malamutes.

I realize my readership is still rather small, but if you would share this post with any golden owners you know, that would be appreciated.  Please vote!

I will leave you with a cute video of a golden retriever listening to fireworks….