07/15/2026
It's National Pet Fire Safety Day, ! 🔥🐾
Your pets are your family. Help keep them protected in case of an emergency with these fire safety tips.
🐶 Prevent Fires 🐶
• Pets (especially cats and large dogs) can accidentally turn on stovetop k***s. Use k**b covers or remove stove k***s when not in use.
• Don’t leave pets unattended near fireplaces, BBQs, or candles.
• Keep glass water bowls off wooden decks — they can act like a magnifying glass and ignite the wood beneath.
🐾 Pet-Proof Your Home 🐾
• Tuck away electrical cords that pets might chew.
• Use baby gates or closed doors to block off high-risk areas like kitchens when you’re not home.
• Store flammable items (like cleaners, sprays, or oils) securely out of reach.
🚪Plan for Emergencies 🚪
• Post a pet alert decal on your front window with the number and types of pets inside.
• Keep a pet emergency bag ready: food, medications, leashes, copies of medical records, and a favourite toy.
• Assign a neighbour or friend (or notify your strata council if you live in one) who can help evacuate your pets if you're not home.
• Keep pets in areas near entrances when you’re out, so firefighters can locate them quickly.
• Remove or unplug appliances pets can accidentally turn on.
🚒 If a Fire Breaks Out 🚒
• Never delay evacuation to look for a hiding pet — alert firefighters immediately.
• If safe to do so, call your pet by name as you exit — many pets will respond to familiar voices even when frightened.
• Once outside, never re-enter a burning building to rescue a pet — let trained firefighters know where they might be.
🐈 Share the Plan 🐈
• Make sure everyone in the household knows where the pets typically sleep or hide.
• Practice fire drills including pets — get them used to leashes, crates, and exits.
