DENMARK/NEENAH (NBC 26) — As temperatures plummet to dangerous levels across northeastern Wisconsin, animal owners are taking extra precautions to protect their livestock and pets from the harsh winter conditions.

With temperatures reaching -2 degrees, both farm operators and veterinarians are sharing advice on how to keep animals safe during the extreme cold snap. Cold weather affects farm animals and pets as temperatures drop below freezing

Farm animals face production challenges

Nancy Kellner, manager of Kellner Back Acre Farm in Denmark, has experienced the challenges that extreme cold brings to farm operations.

"I remember when we first opened up that new barn, water pipes froze. It was horrible," Kellner said.

The cold weather directly affects the farm's productivity, particula

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