The City of Casa Grande urged residents to take steps to help reunite lost pets with their owners during the busy period after July 4.

In a June 20 Facebook message, the city said the days after July 4 are the busiest of the year for lost pets in animal shelters. With the holiday “only two weeks away,” the city asked pet owners to get their pets licensed and microchipped.

The city directed residents to CasaGrandeAZ.gov/Pet-License for more information.

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Casa Grande Fire Department marks Father’s Day with thanks

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