9 common Memorial Day weekend hazards that are dangerous for pets

9 common Memorial Day weekend hazards that are dangerous for pets 
Kinship; by Dr. Shea Cox, DVM, CVPP, CHPV; 5/23/25 
Memorial Day marks the (technically unofficial) start of summer. We grill, we camp out at the local parade, we take our first dips in the pool, and we generally allow vitamin D back into our lives. But before the merriment begins, there are a few concerns that pet parents should keep in mind. Otherwise, they could end up spending the long weekend in the ER waiting room while their pet is treated for an array of holiday-induced emergencies. ...  Just follow these nine tips to keep tabs on your pet this Memorial Day weekend, so the only thing you have to worry about is not burning the burgers. ...