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Take Care of Animals When Temps Soar

By Matthew Leaf

06/27/2012

The combination of heat and humidity around the region this week will create an increased risk of heat exhaustion and heat stroke to those working or playing outdoors, especially for the young and elderly.
Lindsay Chichester at the Richardson County Extension office says we shouldn’t forget about our four-legged friends when the weather heats up. That applies to pets and animals used for food production. Chichester says it’s important to make sure animals have enough shade to get out of the sun. (play audio :19)
Water is also very important. (play audio :30)
Chichester says if you have livestock in pastures, you might want to move a water trough close to a shady area so the animals don’t have to walk far to get to a water supply.
Shade and hydration is also important for humans on these hot days. You should drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned area if possible, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors.

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