Inter-Canyon Fire Protection District to Receive Donated Pet Oxygen Masks

LOCAL PETS TO BREATHE EASIER Although the number of pets that die in fires is not an official statistic kept by the U.S. Fire Administration, industry web sites and sources have cited an estimated 40,000 to 150,000 pets each year that die in fires; most succumbing to smoke inhalation. In most states, emergency responders are unequipped to deal with the crisis. The donation of these specially designed and potentially lifesaving animal oxygen mask sets enable firefighters to efficiently administer oxygen to a stricken animal. First Responders of Inter-Canyon Fire Protection District are receiving five animal rescue oxygen mask kits through a donation from Invisible Fence® Brand. They will be equipped with masks after Tuesday’s training session and demonstrations. Department personnel will demonstrate how the masks are used on their canine friends. One complete set of the Pet Oxygen Systems is now carried on each ICFPD engine. This donation is part of a national effort called Project Breathe™ project to equip fire stations across the U.S. and Canada. Invisible Fence® Brand has a commitment to pet safety that extends beyond electronic pet containment by funding deserving projects that help to save the lives of pets. More information is available at: www.invisiblefence.com/O2.