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Making sure animals like chickens, cattle and other livestock have sufficient calories to burn to keep them warm can help them prosper during colder months.

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Preparing food animals to beat the cold
January 30, 2023 1:30 a.m.

Preparing food animals to beat the cold

When the weather dips into cold and freezing temperatures, especially at night, humans stay cozy by turning on heaters and pulling out extra blankets. Food animals, on the other hand, require special preparation to stay warm and survive cold weather conditions. Dr. Isabelle Louge, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, pointed out that the best way to keep food animals warm is to make sure they have enough food...