July is National Lost Dog Prevention Month!

Keep Your Pets Safe This Summer — One Photo Could Bring Them Home

At Happy Life Animal Rescue, we believe in happy tails and safe returns—and July is a perfect time to talk about just that. Did you know more pets go missing around the 4th of July than any other time of year? The combination of fireworks, summer adventures, open doors, and traveling can turn even the most loyal pup into an escape artist.

That’s why July is National Lost Dog Prevention Month, and we’re teaming up with our friends at Petco Love Lost to help pets stay safe, and get home faster if they ever do go missing.

🎆 Top Summer Safety Tips for Pet Parents:

1. Double-check fences, gates, and windows – Make sure there are no escape routes.

2. Add an ID tag & check their microchip info – An updated phone number is a lifesaver.

3. Keep pets secure during fireworks – Loud noises can cause panic and cause them to bolt.

4. Use a leash or carrier when traveling – Safety first, especially in new environments.

5. Register your pet at PetcoLoveLost.org – One photo could bring them home.

🐶 Lost or Found a Pet?

Here’s what to do:

1. Visit PetcoLoveLost.org

2. Upload a photo of the lost or found pet

3. Search the database for matches

4. Create a report if needed, and turn on alerts for any updates

It’s free, it’s easy, and it works. Over 100,000 pets have been reunited through Petco Love Lost—and yours could be next.

This July, let’s do our part to keep every tail wagging right where it belongs: at home. 💜