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Reminder for dog owners on New Year’s Eve.

New Year's Day is often one of the busiest intake days of the year at Dallas Animal Shelter, as pets scared by fireworks run away and are later found.

"The day after New Year's, we get a high number of people bringing in pets that they have found that have just gotten scared," Kalifa from DAS said.

Safety tips for pet owners during fireworks

While organizers are still seeking volunteers for the event, they also want pet owners at home to take precautions during fireworks displays.

"Bring dogs inside for the fireworks. If you have a quieter room put them there, and make sure they have their collars on, they have an updated microchip and those doors stay locked," Kalifa said.

Furthermore, consider volunteering tonight at DAS to read to the dogs.

Dallas volunteers help shelter animals cope with fireworks The shelter is hosting its second annual "Calming the Canines" event on New Year's Eve, inviting the public to spend quiet time with dogs and cats as fireworks light up the sky across the city.