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While many humans will enjoy them on the Fourth of July, fireworks can be stressful for many dogs if they are within earshot of the booms. Dr. Mark Freeman, a veterinarian and associate clinical ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Your pet may need extra support during fireworks-heavy events like the Fourth of July. Vincent Scherer / 500px via Getty Images ...

Even though personal fireworks are illegal in many cities, we know many people ignore the law around the July 4th holiday weekend. This means the sight and sound of crackling bottle rockets, Roman ...

DURING THIS NEWSCAST. FOR A LOT OF US, THIS IS THE HIGHLIGHT OF THE 4TH OF JULY. THE FIREWORKS LIGHTING UP THE SKY AND FILLING THE AIR WITH THOSE BIG BOOMS. BUT NOT EVERYONE IS A FAN, ESPECIALLY OUR ...