Keep pets cool, hydrated

Keep pets cool, hydrated
Keep pets cool, hydrated

K-State’s Aldrich urges pet owners to monitor food and water intake

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Just as humans crave a cold drink during the sweltering heat of the summer, the same holds true for dogs and cats. Kansas State University animal nutrition expert Greg Aldrich says that water needs can increase for pets during the summer months.

“If the temperature gets relatively hot, above 86 degrees Fahrenheit, …