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Tyler J Harper, Commissioner
19 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. SW
Atlanta, GA 30334

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper Urges Georgians to Protect Pets & Livestock During Extreme Heat Wave

ATLANTA, GA — Today, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper is encouraging Georgians to take steps to protect their pets and livestock during the ongoing heat wave. Extreme heat stress can have severe consequences, including death, for our pets and livestock, and with heat index values between 100 and 108 degrees expected Wednesday-Sunday, Georgians should take precautions to protect their animals. 

“With extreme heat expected for the remainder of the week, I am encouraging all Georgians to take steps to protect their pets and livestock from heat stress,” said Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper. “GDA has resources available to help you identify signs of heat stress in your animals and how you can prevent it.” 

For Pets:

Signs of Heat Stroke in Dogs

 

Safe Temperatures for Pets Outdoors

 

Hot Asphalt Can Harm Pets

 

For Livestock:

Five Ways to Keep Cattle Cool

 

Identifying Signs of Heat Stress in Cattle

 

How to Keep Small Ruminants Cool
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Georgia Department of Agriculture logo

Georgia Department of Agriculture
Tyler J Harper, Commissioner
19 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. SW
Atlanta, GA 30334