Dogs are less winter-ready than you think. Here's what you need to do to keep your pets safe.
It’s worth repeating: If it’s too cold for you, it’s too cold for your dog.
Being mindful of Fido is especially true this winter, as blasts of Arctic air have brought record-breaking lows across the nation, including to places less well-equipped to handle the freeze.“Don’t assume that your dogs’ fur protects them from the weather like your insulated jacket does," says Kitty Block, the president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States. "No pet should be left outside for long periods of time in freezing weather.
Short-haired dogs such as chihuahuas, beagles and greyhounds don’t have much natural protection from the elements. For walks longer than a few minutes, put a sweater or coat on them, Daniel Walker of the San Diego Humane Society suggests. "Just make sure your pet is comfortable wearing a sweater or jacket, and that it fits properly," he suggests.
If your dog will tolerate them, booties provide added warmth and protection for their paws, which are vulnerable to rock salt, often used as a melting agent.
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