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Solar Eclipse Safety Tips For Your Pet

Author Terrie Carr
One of our WDHA Rock N' Ruff alumni Dogs with TC

Hey Animal Lovers,

You have probably heard, Monday April 8th, 2024 a TOTAL Solar Eclipse will cross North America, passing over the United States, Mexico, and Canada did you know that we need to enforce Solar Eclipse Safety Tips For Your Pet in addition to yourself?

Well, we do! Between the hours of 2p and 4p this Monday, our pets will need our help. While pets don’t “traditionally” look starlight into the sun (they are a bit too small for that I’m told) An eclipse can be deceiving, and there is no need to take chances.

 

WHAT IS A SOLAR ECLIPSE?

A solar eclipse happens when the moon “eclipses” the sun. This means that the moon, as it orbits the Earth, comes in between the sun and the Earth, thereby blocking  the sun and preventing any sunlight from reaching us.  Looking directly to the sky at the sun can lead to permanent eye damage, so special eye protection must be used when viewing a solar eclipse.

Until I saw a reminder from our friends at one of our WDHA Rock N’ Ruff partners- “Rosemarie’s Rescue Ranch”- I never even thought of the impact this event could have on our pets! I mean come on- we think they understand everything we say, but come on- “Don’t look up….you’ll hurt your eyes”! May not resonate!

Let’s keep in mind, we know our pups need to go out to do their “biz”, but keeping them inside is the BEST thing to do.

 

Solar Eclipse Saftey Tips For Your Pet

Keep Pets Inside– Walks during this time frame are NOT a good idea. Our pets traditionally don’t look directly at the sky according to the AKCm but don’t take chances. They don’t know where to look or not to look.

Close Curtains– If your pet likes to look out the window – Monday’s window (in the window) should be prohibited.

Always Try And See Your Pets Safe From Stress- When we feel it, they will feel it.

Of Course, you can find more tips from  the American Kennel Club here.

Stay Safe and enjoy this historical event- And as always- Opt To Adopt!

 

Check out more of my pet-related content below

WDHA’s Rock N’ Ruff With Stryker

Meet The Staff Dogs Of DHA

WDHA’s Rockers And Dogs Exclusive Photo Gallery

A Doggie Dozen Playlist To Rock With Your Pup

 

 

Helpful poster with Solar Eclipse Safety Tips For Your Pet

 

Terrie Carr is WDHA’s Program Director and midday–host and is a Jersey Girl - born and raised and has been rocking the Garden State at WDHA for more than half of her life! “Being a part of the lives of our listeners and community every day is a fantastic gift and I’m honored to bring the party to their workday and lives” Says TC. Terrie loves interviewing artists in studio and on her “Reconnect With Rockers” online feature and has hosted nationally syndicated radio interview specials with Judas Priest, Alter Bridge, Black Stone Cherry and more and has appeared on multiple TV shows and rock host of live events. Terrie’s passion is also giving back, and she started the WDHA Rock N’ Ruff program 14 years ago to raise awareness, and funds and find homes for shelter pets throughout the state of New Jersey. Terrie is also a supporter of The American Foundation For Suicide Prevention and the American Cancer Society and volunteers her time for many community outreach programs. Her hobbies are hanging at the beach, going to concerts, and hanging with her best friend, her rescue dog Rosie.

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