ADT is Protecting Your Pets from Fires

17 November, 2008

Pets are practically part of the family, so it is in your best interest to do all you can to keep them safe. As a responsible pet owner, it’s not only in your interest; it is your duty, as pets cannot protect themselves against a fire. Each year, there are an estimated 500,000 pets that are affected in home fires. Spokesperson for the American Kennel Club (AKC), Lisa Peterson, said “One of the hallmarks of responsible dog ownership is keeping pets safe and planning for unexpected emergencies, including house fires.” Fortunately, there is an easy solution to this problem that gives you peace of mind.

Peterson adds, “Each year as part of AKC’s Responsible Dog Ownership Day Celebration, we educate first-time dog owners about what dog ownership entails. This year we are pleased to distribute ADT pet alert ‘window clings’ at our events … to focus attention on how to potentially save pets’ lives.” ADT’s window clings will alert fire fighters as to how many pets you have, along with other important information, like where your cat likes to hide.

To get the ultimate protection for yourself and your pets, install fire and smoke detectors from ADT. A victim of a smoke accident, Sammie Miller of Arizona, praises her ADT-monitored smoke detector, which helped save her cat Peaches. She says, “I am grateful for the heroic firefighters who rescued Peaches,” adding “Along with smoke alarms, I encourage everyone to have a home fire monitoring system.” To get the latest fire and smoke detecting technology, trust ADT.

Along with these pointers, the AKC also recommends that you do the following: extinguish open flames because pets can be curious, pet proof your home so pets can’t set off potential hazards, keep working batteries in your fire and smoke detectors, and install window clings because firefighters are familiar with them and it could save the life of your pet. After all, if you consider your pet like family, shouldn’t you protect it when you’re away?