Super El Niño is coming … let’s not forget the animals

A “super El Niño” is coming. At least, that’s what I’ve been hearing lately. And when we get this much attention on a weather pattern set to affect practically everyone on Earth, it makes me stop and think.

And what I’m sure comes as a surprise to no one: My mind immediately goes to the animals. Hotter than usual — how will we keep cats who live outdoors hydrated? More rain and floods — how will we keep dogs safe at home?

Unseasonable or unlikely weather for a region is nothing new. Even this year, we’ve seen snowstorms and freezes sweeping parts of the country that few were expecting. (Not so much snow here in Utah though — an oddly warm winter took its place.)…

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