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Bird photos are available for download at the bottom of this page. In much of the U.S., May is peak migration month. Billions of birds of every kind – songbirds, raptors and shorebirds – fly from their winter homes in the south to their summer breeding grounds in places as far north as the Arctic. [...]

During the 2009 beach swimming season, more than 3,800 beaches were monitored for possible swimming risks – 43 percent of those beaches had at least one swimming advisory or closure. Beach advisories and closures often follow heavy rainfall, when sewer overflows may occur and rain water can wash trash and other pollutants into swimming areas. [...]

Every time it rains, thousands of pounds of pet waste left outside wash down storm drains and carry disease-causing organisms into our local water bodies that can impact water quality and make the water unsafe for drinking.  Harmful bacteria and nutrients from pet waste can turn fertile waters green from weed and algae growth.  This [...]

Summer makes for nice hiking weather and many of us head into the great outdoors with our pet companions. With many summer activities taking place near streams and ponds, you may think you don’t need to worry about drinking water for your animals. But on warm, sunny days, you need to be careful to avoid [...]

Warmer temperatures are a welcome thing for those of us without fur, but your house pets often suffer in summer. Animals are susceptible to heat stress in the summer and need lots of extra water to make sure they stay healthy in the heat. Did you know that younger animals need more water than adults? [...]

Some people suffer from hay fever all year-round, but it is most common in the spring and fall.  Did you know that animals can also have hay fever?  Some of our pets spend the majority of their lives indoors and when they do venture outdoors, they begin reacting to the pollen of grasses and trees. [...]

While it may seem that their fur coats can keep cold at bay, domesticated pets who are accustomed to living indoors can be vulnerable to illness or injury when cold weather strikes. Viewer Tip: As you bundle up for chilly temperatures, remember to help your pets stay safe in the cold with these tips from [...]

Did you know that the temperature inside a car can rise by up to 40 degrees in one hour, even when outdoor temperatures are as low as 72 degrees Fahrenheit?  When the sun shines on car windows, they collect light and trap heat inside the vehicle, raising temperature quickly.  And, as the outdoor temperature rises, the effect becomes [...]

Even on relatively cool days, studies have shown that the sun can rapidly warm air trapped under glass – this is why greenhouses stay warm in the much colder winter season.  It also means that parked cars can heat up by about 40 degrees in an hour during the summer months, with 80 percent of [...]

Just like humans, pets can be vulnerable to illness or injury when it is cold outside.  This winter season, there are easy steps you can take to make sure that your pet stays safe and healthy. Viewer Tip: When temperatures dip below 20 degrees, it’s best to keep your pet inside.  Bring more vulnerable animals [...]

During hot summer weather, it’s important to remember that the heat can take a toll on animals, too.  Dogs’ sweat glands are located in their nose and the pads of their feet, but are inadequate for cooling down during extremely hot weather.  Just like people, certain animals are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses, including dogs [...]