How to Protect Your Pet from Those Chilly Days

This is a question that pops up regularly once the warm days start becoming colder. A lot of dogs can tolerate the change in temperature and do not need help from us fur-less ones. However, there are some breeds that seem to have a tougher time in the cold. These include smaller breeds and shorter haired breeds.

The best rule of thumb is if the temperature is to a point that you can’t handle, then your dog/cat probably can’t either. They shouldn’t be left outside without adequate shelter and heat support on those days.

If they are going out for a small amount of time, to use the restroom or a short walk, then they likely do not need to be bundled up. However, read your dog. If he/she is shivering, lifting his/her paws off the ground for periods of time then they are likely uncomfortable. In these situations, I recommend putting on a coat and booties for your pet. The booties also help keep their paws protected against the corrosive salt that is all over the ground.

The bottom line is, if you are too cold then so is your pet J

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Please respond with questions and/or concerns you have. I would love to chat!

Cheers, 

Dr. Alicia