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Summer is a time for both you and your pet to enjoy the sunshine and outdoors, but along with the fun, the season also offers up situations that can endanger your pet. By taking precautions, you can de crease the chance that di saster will hap The Human So ety of the Unit States (HSUS) fers these tips for pet own ers to keep their furry friends safe this summer. In nice weather you may be tempted to take your pet with you in the car while you travel or do errands. But during warm weather, the inside of your car can reach 120° in a matter of minutes, even if you’re parked in the shade. This can mean real trouble for your companion animals left in the car. Dogs and cats can’t perspire and can only dispel heat by panting and through the pads of their feet. Pets who are left in hot cars even briefly can suffer from heat exhaustion, heat stroke, brain damage, and can even die. Summer is often a time when people fertilize their lawns and work in their gardens. But beware: Plant food, fertilizer, and insecticides can be fatal if your pet ingests them. In addition, more than 700 plants can produce physiologically active or toxic substances in sufficient amounts to cause harmful effects in animals.

With people and dogs spending more time outside, dog bites are likely to increase in the summer months. Spaying or neutering your dog reduces the likelihood that he will bite and provides many other health benefits.

Make sure your pet is always wearing a collar and identification tag. If you are separated from your pet, an ID tag may very well be his or her ticket home.

Check with your veterinarian to see if your should be taking heartworm prevention medication. Heartworm disease, which is transmitted by mosquitoes, can be fatal in both dogs and

Pets and pools can equal disaster. Prevent free access to pools and always supervise a

Provide plenty of water and shade for your pets while they’re enjoying the great outdoors so they can stay cool.

Another summertime threat is fleas and ticks. Use only flea and tick treatments recommended by your veterinarian. Some overthe-counter flea and tick products can be toxic, even when used according to instructions. Pets can get sunburned too, and your pet may require sunscreen on his or her nose and ear tips. Pets with light-colored noses or light-colored fur on their ears are particularly vulnerable to sunburn and skin cancer. Don’t take your pets to crowded summer events such as concerts or fairs. The loud noises and crowds, combined with the heat, can be stressful and dangerous for pets. For your pet’s well being, leave her at home. Be especially aware of these threats during holidays, such as the Fourth of July.

(En español, p. 23)

Remember to Pick Up Firework Debris

Area residents are reminded to pick up debris left over from the Fourth of July holiday.

Fireworks contain metals, nitrates and sulfur, along with paper, plastic and other materials. If fireworks debris isn’t picked up harmful pollutants can wash into lakes, rivers and streams.

Most County Public Works do not

Copyright 2023 by Latino Lubbock Magazine provide extra street sweeping after the holiday and failing to clean up fireworks residue is littering, a violation of most city ordinance.

“We all have the responsibility to reduce pollution,” said an official.

“If you use fireworks, you need to use them safely and responsibly, and that includes cleaning up afterward.” reserved.

BLAZ SOTELO GUTIERREZ, SR passed away on May 31, 2023. He was born February 3, 1933, in Lubbock, TX to Pedro Gutierrez, Sr. and Nicholasa Gutierrez. Blaz Gutierrez married Ester Riojas on January 21, 1953. They have seven children. Blaz Gutierrez, Jr (Luz), Jesus Gutierrez (Rose), Antonio Gutierrez (Brenda), Louisa Pena (Roberto Pena), Josie Martinez (Ruben Martinez), Carlos Gutierrez (Diana), and Gloria Gutierrez (Andy Garcia). In addition, 15 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren. He attended Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. He was a Eucharistic Minister, a Guadalupano, and a Cursillista. He volunteered annually at the “Vamos a Pescar, Let’s Go Fishing” event. Blaz was also the proud owner of Gutierrez Irrigation & Sprinkler Systems for 47 years. Blaz will join his family in heaven. His parents, brothers; Pedro, Jr, Pablo, Severo, Jose, Frank, Alfredo, and Domingo and sisters; Dulcenea, Ramona, Virginia, and Rosa; and grandson, Adrian Michael.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil ~ Psalm 23:4

MARIA E. "BONNIE" RODRIQUEZ, 74, passed from this life on June 19, 2023.

She was born April 7, 1949, in Burleson, TX to Lorenzo and Cayetana Rivilla. She was a member of the Family Worship Center of Jimmy Swaggart. She worked in food service at Huttons in Shallowater and for the City of Lubbock. She is survived by her children Judy Rosales (Candido), Priscilla Rodriquez, Bobbie Ann Rodriquez, Kathy Rodriquez (J.B. Sepeda), 8 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, her sisters Josie (Rosa) Sanchez, Estella Revilla, Helen Castro, Lucia Orrosco and her brothers David Revilla and Daniel Revilla. She is preceded in death by Lupe Revilla, Emilia Revilla, Encarnacion Flores, Nash Revilla, Fabian Revilla, Johnny Revilla, Mary Rodriquez, Alice Lucio, Lorenzo Revilla, Jr., Mike Revilla, and her parents.

NOTE: American Flag displays that the individual was a veteran.

PAULINE H. VAL-

DEZ, was called home to be with the Lord on June 20, 2023. Born on April 2, 1928, in Southland, Texas, she spent her 95 years on this Earth dedicated to her family, faith, and community.

For 25 years, Pauline worked at City Steam Laundry, where she was known for her strong work ethic and commitment to her job. She was a devout St. Joseph’s Catholic Church member and actively participated in the congregation’s life.

Pauline was the daughter of the late Bartolo and Dolores Hernandez and the beloved wife of the late Jose Valdez. She was a sister to Maria Torres and Geneva Torres and a devoted mother to her children: Julian (Josie) Valdez, Josie Montes, Janie (Raymond) Garza, Linda Rodriguez, Tomas (Alda) Valdez, and Steve (Rosie) Valdez. Pauline was preceded in death by her sons Jessie and Rosendo Valdez. She was a proud grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, leaving a legacy of love and devotion.

RITA CASTANEDA CANTU, passed away on June 14, 2023. Born on August 21, 1931, in Taft, TX. she was the daughter of Alberto and Victoria Castaneda (deceased). She was the oldest of 11 siblings, including Susie Garza, Emily Perez (deceased), Alberto Castaneda, Juan Castaneda, Elvia Garza, Rosa Lyga, Lupe Gonzales (deceased), Frank Castaneda, Victor Castaneda, and Janie Gutierrez. She was the loving mother of seven children: Epimeñio Cantu (Ester), Hermiñia Cantu, Gloria Cantu (deceased), Mary Ann Espinosa (Ralph), Linda Herrera (Paul), Rita Hernandez (Eddie), and Richard Cantu (Janie). Rita’s nurturing spirit extended beyond her immediate family, as she also embraced the role of grandmother to twenty-four grandchildren, great-grandmother to 68, and great-great-grandmother to nine.

RODOLFO RIOS

JR. gained his wings on June 14, 2023. His passion was spending time with his kids, fishing, BBQ with family & friends, and riding & taking care of his horses with his friend Pokey.

Those left to cherish in his memory are his parents Rodolfo & Joyce, sisters Vanessa Cuellar, Melissa & Albert Benandez, and brothers Carlos & Liz Rios. His children are Isis, Rodolfo (Bubba) III, Austin, Joe, Gianni, Grayson, & Gemini. As well as many nieces & nephews, extended family, and friends.

Rudy is now in heaven with his son Giancarlo. He was preceded in death by his son Giancarlo. He was born in Lubbock, TX to Rodolfo & Joyce Rios. He was a welder at Harmon Tank Co.

Margaret Rodriguez

SAENZ, went to meet her Savior and Heavenly Father, the Lord Jesus Christ on June 17, 2023. She was born June 25, 1932, in Karnes City, Texas to Santos Rodriguez and Maria Longoria. She married Eliseo De Hoyos Saenz on October 21, 1949, in Levelland. They moved to Lubbock from Seagraves in 1966.

She worked for LCU for 27 years as a very loved lunch lady. She was a member of La Primera Asamblea de Díos (Pathway of the Cross) for 58 years.

Margaret is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and siblings. Margaret is survived by 5 sons Leo (Socorro) Saenz, Abel (Linda) Saenz, Ismael Saenz, Raul (Elena) Saenz Oscar Saenz. And 3 daughters Vina Khan, Almeda (Johnny) Diaz, and Kimberly Saenz. 30 grandchildren, 65 great-grandchildren, 18 great-great-grandchildren and 1 niece, and 4 nephews. HER SPECIAL LOVE IS HER DOG “TINY”.

Alejandro

“ALEX” GUTIERREZ, 40, of Lubbock, passed away June 14, 2023. He was born in Lubbock on December 24, 1982, to Richard Gutierrez and Lucy (Lara) Gutierrez. He grew up in Lubbock, attending Monterey High School where he graduated with the senior class of 2001. He met the love of his life in the summer of 2001, Rita Ledesma, and they were united in marriage on July 12, 2008, in Lubbock, they bore two wonderful sons, Manuel and Ezeakel.

DOMINGO GONZALES, 88 of Slaton, TX passed away on June 20, 2023. He was born on February 27, 1935 in Gonzales, TX to Rito and Castula Gonzales. He married his wife Socorro Gonzales and was a long time resident of Slaton and a long time member of Our Lady of Guadalupe. He worked as a farmer and a welder for many years. He also built Gonzales Snowcones where he then worked alongside his wife at the Gonzales Snowcone stand which they established in 1973 in Slaton. He is survived by his daughters: Mary Gonzalez of Lubbock, Adelina Perez of Slaton, Guadalupe (Steve) Escobar of Slaton; sons: Jesse (Sylvia) Gonzales, Frank (dolores) Gonzales of Lubbock, Antonio (Carolina) Gonzales, Pasqual (Teresa) Gonzales of Slaton, and Domingo Gonzales Jr. of Slaton; his brother Louis Gonzales of Lubbock; sisters Dominga Saenz and Alejandra Munoz of Slaton; 16 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren and 9 great- great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; 3 brothers and 3 sisters; 3 grandchildren and his beautiful wife Socorro Diaz Gonzales.

God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ~

Matthew 5:4