Animals Feel the Heat

With the sweltering temperatures many people are getting outdoor activities done early so they can stay out of the heat for the rest of the day.  It’s also important this time of year to give pets and livestock similar opportunities.

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That’s Dr. Dan Shaw, an avian poultry veterinarian with the University of Missouri.  Though they haven’t heard of a lot of animals succumbing to heat related problems, but Shaw says there is one thing of note…

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Shaw says a shady enclosure will supply pets and livestock with a break from the sun’s rays, but adds an open shaded area will also allow a breeze to help cool things off.