Ten Tips On How to Keep Your Pet Safe in the Sun

Written by suNNy on 15 February 2010 – 9:16

Because dogs have fur, people often assume they are not in danger of getting sunburned . This isn’t true. While fur does provide some level of sun protection , the bridge of the nose, ear tips, skin around the lips and other areas lacking pigmentation are highly susceptible to sun damage. There are specially formulated sunscreens available for dogs but check with your vet to find the best solution for your pet. #8: Not all dogs are born swimmers …

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