Tips for Keeping Horses Safe During July 4th Festivities

TheHorse.com readers and staff share their tips for preparing and keeping horses safe during 4th of July festivities.
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The 4th of July is one of several holidays and events throughout the year celebrated with fireworks, parades, and numerous other festivities that can send horses into sensory overload. | Photo: iStock
The 4th of July is one of several holidays and events throughout the year celebrated with fireworks, parades, and numerous other festivities that can send horses into sensory overload. How do you keep your equids calm and safe during these holidays?

We recently asked owners to share their tips and experiences for keeping horses safe on the 4th of July. Here are some of their top tips, as well as advice from The Horse staff.

Stay Aware of Events in Your Area and Communicate with Neighbors

Be aware of scheduled firework displays in your area and neighborhood. Some areas have special ordinances in place, while others might not.

“Two years ago my next-door neighbors had a party and shot off fireworks from 9 p.m. until 2 a.m., nonstop,” said Jenni Johnson. “They are legal here. (My horses) don’t mind a few but by the end of that night we were all pretty upset

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