New Years' Fireworks & Pet Safety

As Cariboo RD rural residents' will likely be setting off fireworks to celebrate the incoming new year (2020) later tonight … please find below tips about setting off fireworks and PLEASE! consider the impacts on pets (Dogs and Cats) as many have pets as "fur babies"....

Also - if you reside in a municipality (Wells, Quesnel, Williams Lake or 100 Mile House) -- please contact your local District or City Hall if you are able to set off fireworks as this will be regulated by the local District or City Council by by-law

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Tips for Fireworks & Pets:

* Make sure doors/windows are secure and shut
* Ensure crate or other hiding spot is easily accessible
* Ensure visitors understand the need to keep doors/windows shut as fireworks are launched...
* Ensure your front or back yard is free of debris after the launching of fireworks is complete so your pet doesn't receive an injury as they will be "full of energy" when you let them outdoors...

* Consider a "Thundershirt" jacket or similar if your pet is prone to fearfulness
* Keep your pet(s) in a separate, quiet and low activity room while entertaining guests...
* Ensure your pet(s) micro-chip is up to date and that they have a readable ID tag, should you need to go and search for them...