University of Illinois Extension

Archives for May 2007

May 18, 2007
Help pets beat the heat!
Dr. Amy Fischer, Department of Animal Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Pets have a very different physiology than humans, and lack efficient means of ridding their bodies of excess heat.   During the heat and sun of summer, here are some tips for pet parents to keep their companions cool, comfortable, and safe. ---- Dr. Amy Fischer is a Teaching Associate in the Companion Animal Biology and Humane Education program, Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, pets.ansci.uiuc.edu/outreach. Lyrics of Wild Kitty (podtrailer) and Cat's Chasing Butterflies (podintro) by Marc Gunn, www.catdrinkingsongs.com; All music is traditional.
 
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May 3, 2007
Springtime Pet Care - Stormy Weather
Dr. Amy Fischer, Department of Animal Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Thunderstorms can create fear and anxiety for many animals, especially dogs.  Options for helping dogs manage thunderstorm anxiety include training, pheromones, and medications, although the solution may be as simple as letting our dogs find their own comfort zones. ---- Dr. Amy Fischer is a Teaching Associate in the Companion Animal Biology and Humane Education program, Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, pets.ansci.uiuc.edu/outreach. Lyrics of Wild Kitty (podtrailer) and Cat's Chasing Butterflies (podintro) by Marc Gunn, www.catdrinkingsongs.com; All music is traditional.
 
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