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Protect Animals from Summer Heat

Protect Animals from Summer Heat
Without a doubt, the summer heat can be hard on humans. But remember, livestock and animals can become sick in the summer heat just like we can. It can be a time consuming chore to care for your livestock and animals in the heat. For those who have livestock in different locations, a great part of the day can be spent making sure they are ok. Here are a few quick reminders for anyone who keeps animals outside (this goes for dogs, too!): WATER! There is not anything more vital than a fresh water source for livestock and animals in the summer's heat. Fresh, cool running streams are ideal for cattle, horses and many other livestock. Water containers should be kept clean and full of cool fresh water for animals without access to streams or creeks. Dumping and washing them out can be a hard chore but it can easily make the difference between life and death for your animals. Animals that depend on water bottles such as rabbits and chickens need to have their water filled and refreshed at least twice daily. SHELTER and SHADE! Animals and livestock need a place to get out of the sun's intensity. This can be provided by sheds, barns or even a large grove of leafy trees. Rabbits need a shade hutch or cover to escape the sun. AIR MOVEMENT! The movement of the hot summer air can be blessing to your animals. Those kept up in barns or closed in houses need fans to move the air about. Failure to provide this can easily result in suffocation and heat exhaustion. Take care of your animals in the hot summer heat. Take care of your and your family.
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