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Texas ranks among states where fireworks injure pets during Fourth of July celebrations
Summary by The Pearland Editorial Desk Brittany Taylor , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway New data from a pet medical insurance provider indicates that many pets have been injured by fireworks around Independence Day.
In Texas, where Pearland is located, fireworks pose a risk to pets during Fourth of July celebrations. Veterinarians warn that fireworks can cause serious harm to animals. New data from a pet medical insurance provider indicates that many pets have been injured by fireworks around Independence Day.
The data covers several years and involves hundreds of cats and dogs. Further information on the risks fireworks pose to pets and the data on related injuries is available from the source, which provides more details on the issue.
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Category: safety Published: June 30, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In Texas, where Pearland is located, fireworks pose a risk to pets during Fourth of July celebrations. Veterinarians warn that fireworks can cause serious harm to animals. New data from a pet medical…
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