CHILLICOTHE, OH – Chillicothe-based Petland, Inc. is pleased to sponsor the 2023 Chillicothe July 4^thfireworks display. Through its donation to the Chillicothe Rotary Foundation, the fireworks show is promised to be greater than last year’s impressive display.

“It is community partners like Petland that make it possible for us to present this important show of support for our great nation’s celebration of independence,” stated President-elect Bill Knoles of Chillicothe Rotary 6690.

The first Petland store opened in Chillicothe in 1967, and the company has maintained its headquarters in the community for 56 years. Since its founding, Petland has been supporting community-based programs that are intended to better the lives of pets and people living in the communities it serves. A franchise operation, Petland has locations across the United States, and in seven nations.

“Petland is dedicated to supporting pets and those living in the communities we serve,” said Petland President and CEO Joe Watson. “We welcome the opportunity to support the Chillicothe Rotary in bringing joy to the people of our community who choose to celebrate our nation’s independence on the July 4^th holiday. We also want to use the opportunity to provide an important reminder to pet owners by urging them to leave their pets safely at home during the evening display.”

• Leave your pets at home. Loud noises, unfamiliar places and crowds can be frightening to pets, increasing their risk of becoming scared and running away;
• Consider putting your pet(s) in a safe, escape-proof room or crate during parties and fireworks;
• Keep your pet(s) indoors if you or your neighbors are setting off fireworks at home;
• Keep sparklers, glow sticks, fireworks and charcoal away from curious pets; and
• Never leave your pet in a car when it’s warm outside, even if only for a short time.

Petland, Inc. is a franchise operation with full-service specialty retail pet centers across the U.S., Canada, China, Mexico, South Africa, Brazil, El Salvador and Saudi Arabia. Since its founding, Petland has been giving back to the communities it serves by supporting locally based programs to better the lives of pets and people. For more information about Petland, please visit www.petland.com.