Excessive Heat and Your Livestock

Excessive Heat and Your Pets and Livestock

Extreme heat situations can impact animal health as well as human health. Animals can overheat, suffer dehydration, and even die in hot weather. Protect your animals during extreme heat situations.

Use this checklist to make plans for your pets and livestock before, during, and after an extreme heat situation.

Excessive Heat and Your Pets [PDF]

Excessive Heat and Your Livestock [PDF]

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Website containing hot weather tips for pets.
American Veterinary Medical Association

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