May 18, 2007
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.