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The new app to help find lost pets scared by fireworks

A screenshot from the app.

With Fourth of July approaching, the ASPCA has created a smart phone app that will help users find lost pets who may get spooked during the festivities.

According to recent survey findings, nearly one in five pets go missing after being scared by the sound of fireworks, thunderstorms or other loud noises.

The free app utilizes field research to provide users with an individual search plan based on a pet’s behavior and individual circumstances, allowing owners to quickly and effectively recover them.

“Whether your pet goes missing as a result of fireworks or a bad storm, the best, most proven tactics to recover that pet may not be as obvious as you might think,” said Dr. Emily Weiss, vice president of shelter research & development for the ASPCA. “When lost, a shy dog may behave very differently from a bolder, friendlier dog. And a gregarious cat may be found in a completely different location than an independent cat.”

The tool is currently available for download, and will provide owners with a personalized recovery kit.