--- title: Fireworks and Dogs: Getting Through the Fourth url: https://happypawskennels.com/guides/fireworks-and-dogs/ business: Happy Paws Kennels address: 6677 Midway Road, Dixon, CA 95620 phone: 707-678-6600 hours: drop-off and pick-up every day 7:30-11:30 AM and 2:00-5:00 PM type: Dog and cat boarding kennel on about 10 country acres; caring for pets in Dixon since 1971 rates: 2026 rates, effective for reservations made on or after Jan 1, 2026 (dogs from $52 a night, cats $35 a night) --- - [Home](https://happypawskennels.com/) - [Guides](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/) - Fireworks and dogs # Fireworks and dogs: getting through the Fourth Keep your dog inside in a quiet, secure room with white noise, never take him to a fireworks show, and make sure his ID and microchip are current. The Fourth of July is also a closed day at Happy Paws Kennels, so plan drop-off and pick-up around it. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) Fireworks are a common reason dogs bolt from a yard or door. A little planning ahead of the holiday, including where your dog will be, makes the night much safer. ## What veterinary sources advise The AVMA says to leave pets at home when you attend parties, fireworks displays and parades. If fireworks are going off nearby, keep pets inside in a comfortable, quiet place where they can retreat, such as an escape-proof room or a crate they already like. White noise or music can mask the bangs. Check your yard for fireworks debris before letting a pet outside, because it can land in yards even if you never lit anything. Dogs with severe noise fear should see their vet well before July. Training that pairs the sound with food or play, and medication where a vet thinks it is right, work better when started weeks ahead. ## Make a lost dog easy to find Loud noise is a common reason dogs bolt. Put a tag with your phone number on the collar, confirm that the microchip registration lists a number you answer, and keep a recent photo on your phone. The [microchip and ID tag guide](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/microchips-and-id-tags/) explains how to check. ## If you are traveling for the holiday Happy Paws Kennels is closed all day on July 4. Drop-off and pick-up fall on the days around it, in the usual windows of 7:30 to 11:30 AM and 2:00 to 5:00 PM. The 2026 rate sheet asks for a 50% non-refundable deposit 30 days before drop-off for stays that begin from 7 days before through 7 days after a major holiday. For July 2027 that window runs from June 27 through July 11, 2027. Please call 707-678-6600 to confirm the rule for your dates, and use the [holiday deposit checker](https://happypawskennels.com/tools/holiday-deposit-checker/). The [Fourth of July boarding page](https://happypawskennels.com/occasions/fourth-of-july/) has the full plan for the weekend. ## A calm plan for the night Exercise your dog earlier in the day so he is tired. Feed dinner early. Close windows and curtains, turn on a fan or TV, and stay with him if you can. Stay relaxed yourself: dogs read your mood, and a cheerful voice does more than hand-wringing. Give him a long-lasting chew or a lick mat to occupy his mouth. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [AVMA, July 4 safety](https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/july-4-safety) - [Happy Paws Kennels hours page](https://happypawskennels.com/hours/) - [Happy Paws Kennels 2026 rate sheet (PDF)](https://happypawskennels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Rates-EFFECTIVE-1-1-26.pdf) ### 2026 nightly rates - First Class kennel $72 - Business Class kennel $59 - Economy Class kennel $52 - Cat condo $35 All-inclusive: food, medications and walks. 2026 rates, effective for reservations made on or after Jan 1, 2026. [All 2026 rates](https://happypawskennels.com/rates/) ### Visit or call 6677 Midway Road, Dixon, CA 95620 [707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) | Drop-off and pick-up, every day | 7:30 to 11:30 AM and 2:00 to 5:00 PM | | --- | --- | | Tours, every day (no appointment) | 9:00 to 11:00 AM and 2:00 to 4:00 PM | [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin) ### Related - [Fourth of July boarding](https://happypawskennels.com/occasions/fourth-of-july/) - [Microchips & ID tags before you travel](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/microchips-and-id-tags/) - [Holiday deposit checker](https://happypawskennels.com/tools/holiday-deposit-checker/) - [Hours and holiday closures](https://happypawskennels.com/hours/) - [Lick mats & frozen treats](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/lick-mats-and-frozen-treats/) ## Read next - [Road trips with a dog](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/road-trips-with-dogs/) - [Flying with a dog vs boarding](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/flying-with-a-dog/) - [Switching dog food safely](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/switching-dog-food/) - [How much to feed a dog](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/how-much-to-feed-a-dog/) - [Slow feeder bowls](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/slow-feeder-bowls/) - [Why we ask you to remove metal pinch (prong) collars](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/prong-collars-and-kennels/) - [Kuranda beds](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/kuranda-dog-beds/) - [How often should you bathe a dog?](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/how-often-to-bathe-a-dog/) Answers ## Questions people ask Still have a question? Call [707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) (every day 7:30-11:30 AM and 2-5 PM) or see the [boarding FAQ](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/). ### Should I take my dog to see fireworks? The AVMA advises leaving pets at home during fireworks displays, parades and parties. ### Is Happy Paws open on July 4? No. The kennel is closed all day on July 4. Check the hours page before planning drop-off or pick-up. ### Does the holiday deposit apply to July 4 stays? Stays that begin in the window around the holiday need a 50% deposit 30 days ahead. Please call to confirm for your dates.