It's Winter Time

The cold weather of winter can be as hard on our dogs as it is on us. Sometimes we forget that our fur-covered friends need to be sheltered from winter’s nasty weather as much as we do.As responsible dog parents, it’s incredibly important to keep our four legged friends as warm as possible.  In order to keep your specific dog warm through the winter months it is important to think about their breed and their health, while also remembering that it's worth your time to make sure your pup stays nice and warm all winter.

Here are a few tips on keeping your pets warm-

Groom your dog well- Avoid trimming, shaving or cutting your dog's hair because a dog's full weight coat is his source of warmth during winter. 

Bathe your dog indoors-Make sure your dog is completely dried before letting him or her outside. Give fewer baths during cold snaps, or consider skipping baths altogether. Remember, in cold weather it takes the dog longer to dry off. This will help you to keep them away from severe cold problems.

Don't leave your pet outside in the cold for long periods of time. Wind chill makes days colder than actual temperature readings. Be attentive to your pet's body temperature, and limit its time outdoors

Give your pets plenty of food and water

Pets who spend a lot of time outdoors need more food in the winter because keeping warm depletes energy. 

Speak out if you see a pet left in the cold

If you encounter a pet left in the cold, politely let the owner know you're concerned. 

Make sure that your dog or puppy is comfortable with having their feet wiped & handled. Keep towels near the door and making foot-wiping part of your daily routine.

HAVE HAPPY WINTERS!!