Posted by Grange Co-op on 9th Aug 2022
It’s normal for people to change their habits during the summer to help them keep cool when temperatures rise. They stay in the air conditioning, wear lighter clothes, and enjoy cold drinks. But people don’t always think about how the summer heat affects their chickens.
Chickens aren’t capable of making these types of changes when the weather heats up. They need your help to stay cool. Without it, they could experience heat stress that can a… Read more
Posted by Grange Co-op on 2nd Jul 2018
Unlike people, whose perspiration keeps them cool, pets have hardly any sweat glands at all which can easily lead to overheating. What they do instead is pant. Panting helps dispel some of the heat but it really isn't very efficient, which is why hot weather, for both cats and dogs, is uncomfortable weather. Here are some tips to help pets stay healthier and happier in the warm summer months.Steps to Keep Pets from Overheating
Make sure you… Read more