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Texas ranks among states where fireworks injure pets during Fourth of July celebrations
Summary by Tomball News Editorial Desk Brittany Taylor , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further information on the risks fireworks pose to pets and the data collected by the insurance provider can be found through local news sources, such as KPRC 2 and Click2Houston. In Texas, where Tomball is located, fireworks pose a risk to pets during Fourth of July celebrations.
In Texas, where Tomball is located, fireworks pose a risk to pets during Fourth of July celebrations. Veterinarians warn of the dangers fireworks can cause to cats and dogs.
According to a pet medical insurance provider, hundreds of pets have been injured by fireworks around Independence Day. The data was compiled over several years, showing a pattern of fireworks-related injuries to pets during this holiday.
Further information on the risks fireworks pose to pets and the data collected by the insurance provider can be found through local news sources, such as KPRC 2 and Click2Houston.
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Category: safety Published: June 30, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In Texas, where Tomball is located, fireworks pose a risk to pets during Fourth of July celebrations. Veterinarians warn of the dangers fireworks can cause to cats and dogs. According to a pet…
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