4th of July can be a stressful, frightening time for your pets. Every year, thousands of pets go missing following Independence Day celebrations. The noise from fireworks displays is one of the biggest reasons. Even if your pet is at home, far from the actual event, the noise of exploding fireworks will carry and can scare and confuse them. Here are some tips to making sure you and your pets have a safe and sane Fourth!

Your pets are counting on you to keep them cool this summer. The national Humane Society has some tips to help protect them from the hot weather.

BV Humane is in  urgent need of foster parents for our cats and dogs awaiting adoption. If you've ever considered becoming a foster parent, or are just curious about how the system works, contact Volunteer Coordinator Tina Woody at 707.645.7905, ext. 114 - she'll be happy to explain it all to you!

Purchase merchandise commemorating this year's Barkitecture Gala and Auction at "The Bark Store," BV Humane's new online store. All proceeds go to help the animals at BV Humane.

Check out our new Video Page, featuring some of the animals available for adoption at BV Humane. Our first two "stars" are Daisy and Chipper.