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Record-setting heat waves have gripped the U.S. only weeks into summer, and at least 38 people are suspected to have died from heat-related issues so far this summer.
Generally, dogs across the country suffer more from heat-related medical emergencies than cold-related issues, said Dana Varble, chief veterinary officer at the North American Veterinary Community.
Animals, like humans, are greatly affected by the rising temperatures. Species that have evolved tactics to combat the heat are relying on those behaviors to try to keep cool.
Humans adapted to heat early on. In Africa, the climate selected for traits that helped them stay cool. Also, humans had physiological mechanisms that reduced the rate of metabolism and that modified the sensitivity of sweat glands to provide an adequate amount for cooldown without the individual becoming dehydrated. [17] [20]
Crepuscular animal activity is affected by human activity, because humans are diurnal. Crepuscular animals are less likely to participate in typical foraging or reproductive behaviors and deal with increased stress and mortality rates when humans are present. [11] Animals may change their usual activity patterns in
In many ancient civilizations, people formed close bonds with animals, often using them for various purposes like hunting, protection, companionship, and animal worship. For example, some cats in ancient Egypt were considered sacred animals and were personified with the deity Bastet , [ 3 ] and provided with elaborate burials. [ 4 ]
Here’s a look at how people and animals around the world are trying to beat the extreme heat. A polar bear cools down in ice that was brought to its enclosure on a hot and sunny day at the zoo ...
Dogs pull humans on bicycles [15] Canicross: Cross-country running with dogs attached to a human [16] Carting: Dogs pull items or people in a cart [17] Dog scootering: Dogs pull humans on unmotorized scooters [18] Mushing: Dogs pull a sled, usually through snow [19] Skijoring: Dogs pull humans on skis [20] Weight pulling: Dogs pull heavy ...