In the United States, heat waves break out every summer. While people can jump in their pools, go to the beach, hit the lake, or engage in other activities that keep them cool, animals at zoos do not ...

Zoo staff implement shade, water, ice treats, and fans to cool 75 animals. Feeding schedules shift to mornings and evenings to avoid peak heat. Zookeepers monitor animals and coordinate with vets ...

As the Earth gets hotter, humans aren’t the only ones worrying about staying cool. From the 100-degree summers of sub-Saharan Africa to the sticky humidity of South Florida, animals have learned to ...

The Dakota Zoo is taking extra steps to keep the animals cool during the hot weather. Most animals are well-adapted to warmer ...

DENVER (KDVR) – As temperatures slowly creep toward the triple digits, Coloradans are looking for ways to cool down in the summer heat. However, some Denver residents need more than just air ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – With this heat advisory in effect everyone is having a hard time staying cool—including the wide range of animals housed at Forest Park Zoo. On a hot day like today, there’s ...

Soaring temperatures have created challenges as we keep our animal friends cool Animals at Staunton Farm are being kept cool during the heatwave thanks to the efforts of hardworking staff. Additional ...

Columbus Zoo staff employ various methods to keep animals cool during summer heat, including ice treats, shade and pools. An Animal Observations Program helps staff understand animal behavior and ...

Because we, very sadly, can't speak to them, we don't often know all the cool things animals can do or even get up to. But even though your cat spends eighteen hours a day just sleeping doesn't mean ...