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NPR (Bill Chappell) - Tips for taking care of your pets when fireworks are booming

Communities around the U.S. are putting on epic fireworks shows for America's 250th birthday — but that spells trouble for dogs and cats. Here's a guide to help the animals in your life.

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Keywordspetsdogscatsfireworksusaamerica-250independence-dayfourth-of-julyanimal-safetypet-carenprhealthanimal-welfareemergencysecuritysafety-tipsunited-statesusdomestic-animalsnoise-anxiety
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Were there any human injuries reported during the house fire in Phoenix?
No injuries were reported, and the Phoenix Fire Department stated that no other occupants were home at the time of the fire.
Q&A ID 086e4791-89a5-4fec-9143-efbe8d0de09c
From related FOX NEWS (Youtube): Firefighters revive two dogs with oxygen after house fire #shorts
What was the outcome for the two dogs rescued by Phoenix firefighters during the house fire?
Both dogs were successfully revived by firefighters and were rushed to an animal hospital for further treatment.
Q&A ID fc250b3c-aeba-48c1-a31e-c2b042113b5c
From related FOX NEWS (Youtube): Firefighters revive two dogs with oxygen after house fire #shorts
What actions did Phoenix firefighters take to save two dogs after a house fire?
Phoenix firefighters pulled two dogs from a burning home after they were overcome by smoke and placed oxygen masks over their faces to revive them at the scene.
Q&A ID f65cd906-60ec-42fa-ba7a-49812d78bd11

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