Page 14 - Stuart Exposure - July '21

Page 14, Stuart Exposure

Surfing The Pink Wave! Rosé

By Laura Berrio, prefer sweeter rosé. This reminds me of the pink wine has also changed. The “pink” wine from California is now
Freelance Writer/Blogger cooler days of my youth! The millennials have played a very pale pink and primarily from Provence.
Rosé is on the rise! large role in creating the “pink” image in social media I recommend trying a variety of rosés to find your
The market for rosé wines for rosé wines. The popularity of this segment led Italy favorite. A couple of my favorite rosés under $20 are Rosa
has more than doubled to create a National Rosé Day. It is all the rage right now di Germina (dry) and Rosa Regale (sweet).
in the last decade. There to get all wine enthusiasts to think pink! Pick up a rosé for your next occasion
is a whole new group of Another reason for the rise in popularity is that rosé and “surf the pink wave!”
wine drinkers who pick works well in spring and summer. It can be enjoyed ~ Cheers!
“pink” for their preferred anywhere and can be mixed into cocktails. ~ Keep the conversation going and
wine. Who is this group of A decade ago rosé only consisted of sweeter wines. the wine flowing!
consumers? Millennials. Now the variety of rosé spans bone dry to sweet, cheap to Follow the Vine on Instagram @
Younger consumers expensive, and simple to complex. The color and source VineVibeUncorked.
tip of the tail

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information. However, collars can be lost and removed
It’s time for families in South Florida to prepare for and a microchip is a permanent identification for your pet.
hurricane season, and your furry family members should If your pet does not have a microchip, have one placed
be part of that plan. To ensure your pet’s safety and comfort by your veterinarian. If your pet already has a microchip,
during a major storm some considerations are pet supplies, make sure that the contact information is up to date with the
evacuation, and identification. Here are some tips to make microchip company. Tags, collars, and microchips are the
sure that your four-legged family member is hurricane ready. best identification in case you should become separated from
When you create your hurricane kit, supplies for your pets your furry family during a storm.
should be included. Extra food, water, and medications need Hurricane season can be stressful for people and pets, but
to be on hand. Heart, pain, or anti-seizure drugs are critical planning ahead of time is key for safety and comfort. Make
for the health and comfort of your pet, so make sure these sure that your furry family members are included in your
are included in your hurricane kit. It is not uncommon for hurricane supplies, evacuation plan, and that they have proper
animals to become anxious during a storm, so if you think along your evacuation route? What veterinarians and pet identification. South Florida pet parents should prepare for
your pet may need a sedative or anti-anxiety medication shelters in the area offer hurricane boarding and what are the worst but hope for the best this hurricane season.
now is the time to talk to your veterinarian. Business hours their policies? What evacuation shelters in your area are Established in 1981, Palm City Animal Medical Center
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storm; so a two-week supply of critical items is ideal. Also, facility require proof of vaccination? These are questions pets. With focuses on compassionate care in surgery,
everyone can use a little extra comfort during a hurricane. that should be researched ahead of time so that you have physical therapy and rehabilitation, preventative medicine,
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No one wants to face the agonizing decision of leaving times, but especially during hurricane season. If you become For more information, call (772) 283-0920, visit www.
your furry family members behind, so it is important to separated from your pet during a major hurricane or someone palmcityanimalmedicalcenter.com or find us on Facebook
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which struck the Gulf Coast in August of 2005 was a tragic
lesson in including your pets in evacuation plans. It’s
estimated that thousands refused to evacuate New Orleans
because they were unable to bring their pets. In addition,
it is estimated that 250,000 pets were stranded when their
owners evacuated for Katrina and 150,000 pets died. What
do you need to do to make your furry family member
evacuation ready? Make sure that you have leashes, collars,
and crates in good condition in case you need to transport
your pet. If you are staying with friends or family, will they
allow you to bring your pets? What pet-friendly hotels are

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