Texan ENT July 2019

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

Page 1 Something Worth Remembering

Page 2 4 Stretches for Staying Limber on the Road

Page 2 3 Things Everyone Needs to Know Before Swimming in Open Water

Page 3 Why Do I Keep Coughing?

Page 3 Watermelon Cucumber Skewers

FUN IN THE SUN Hours: Monday–Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Summer SafetyTips for theTexas Sun

Hello, everybody!

bottle of water to keep your dog hydrated if you’re going outside.

We’re well into summer and, boy, is it hot! On most days, Emma and I would both rather be with our humans inside where it’s nice and cool. Of course, sometimes you have no choice but to head outside, no matter how bright the sun is. Here are a few sun safety tips for both humans and dogs! Everybody Needs Sunscreen Humans aren’t the only ones who can get sunburned. Dogs need skin protection, too. Humans should use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30–50. Any higher doesn’t provide that much more coverage. Meanwhile, dogs need pet-friendly sunscreen that doesn’t contain zinc oxide. Be sure to apply dog-safe sunscreen to any area where your dog’s bare skin is exposed including their nose, the tips of their ears, legs, and abdomen. Make sure everyone reapplies their sunscreen every two hours. Stay Hydrated Having access to fresh water is key to avoid overheating. Keep your dog’s water dish full in the summer and bring along a bowl and an extra

Keep an eye out for symptoms of overheating, like excessive panting, increased heart rate, excessive drooling, or stupor. If your dog is starting to overheat, bring them inside to cool down. Keep Those Layers In the heat, a lot of humans opt for short sleeves and lighter fabrics to stay a little cooler. However, you don’t want to leave your skin entirely exposed to the sun. Protect your skin with lightweight sleeves and wide- brimmed hats. This advice is good for dogs, too. If your dog has a long coat, don’t shave their fur in the summer. Shaving long-coated dogs exposes their skin to sun damage. Instead, have your groomer thin out their coat to lighten the load without losing sun protection.

Stay cool out there!

Izzy & Emma

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