Pets & Animals

Four people enjoy a meal at a wooden table on an outdoor patio, surrounded by trees and greenery, sharing bread and salad with smiles.
Home & Residential
October 21, 2022
How do I cool down my outdoor patio?
Very few things add to your enjoyment of your house as much as an outdoor patio. When the weather is nice, it can provide an entirely new living space offering
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A beagle in sunglasses relaxes on grass with lemonade and a thermometer nearby, showcasing pet relaxation on a hot day.
Pets & Animals
July 9, 2021
How do pets keep themselves cool on a hot day?
As we’re going into summer, it’s essential to be aware of the potential for heat exhaustion for everyone: yourself, your kids, and your pets. Since your pets can’t tell you
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Farm workers carry boxes of strawberries through sunlit rows, dressed in casual wear and hats for heat and safety.
Farm & Agriculture
May 11, 2021
5 ways to avoid heat-related illness on your farm
Summer is approaching rapidly. Temperatures on your farm will be getting very hot soon, and it’s crucial that you take the steps necessary to help your farmworkers avoid heat-related illness.
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A small brown and white dog sits on a patio next to a large Portacool. A pool sparkles nearby, surrounded by vibrant flowers and lush trees with a basketball hoop.
Pets & Animals
May 10, 2021
Popsicles and pets: Cooling off in the summer sun
With summertime right around the corner, it’s easy to dream of those classic summer moments: a dip in the lake, popsicles melting in the sun, or walks with your dog
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Close-up of a woven diamond pattern with light and dark brown strips, similar to Kuul Evaporative Media, enhancing cooling efficiency.
Corporate
April 6, 2020
Getting the most out of your Portacool evaporative media
Guest author, Jessica Decker’s note: As we continue to expand our customer service experience, we will offer tips on this blog for our customers.  We understand product longevity is important
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SUMMER" written in white on green grass, surrounded by five white daisies to celebrate summer's arrival.
Home & Residential
April 6, 2020
The official start of summer 2018
As of Thursday, June 21 – we are in the official summer months! That means the heat is on! We are often asked, “What sets your evaporative cooling products apart from other
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Woman in sunglasses and floral top holding a dog on a towel next to a small Portacool. Scenic background with trees, flowers, and large house.
Farm & Agriculture
April 6, 2020
National pet week – Protecting animals from the heat
Did you know that May 8-12 is National Pet Week as deemed by the American Veterinary Medical Association? As vets will tell you, an important consideration for pet care is
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A woman sands wood and a man saws in a spacious workshop. Open windows reveal a rural landscape. Tools and workbench are visible, aiding heat stress prevention.
Automotive
March 24, 2020
Tips to avoid heat stress this summer
At Portacool, we often focus on industrial cooling and heat safety relative to work environments. We also think enjoying fun in the sun is one of the great pastimes of
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1. Large tan dog panting in summer heat. 2. Small white dog seeking relief. 3. Another tan dog standing close by.
Pets & Animals
March 24, 2020
How to prevent heat stress on pets this summer
Heat safety is high on the list of worries for individuals and businesses around the world each summer. Hot weather is hard on humans, sure, but it’s also hard on
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