Cold Weather Tips For Dog Owners.

Yes I am talking about dogs, as I know some cat people also have dogs as well. What does that make you? Super Pet Parents. Colder weather brings with it the hustle and bustle of the Holidays, between Thanksgiving and New Years. Sometimes we get so busy we forget to take those extra few minutes required to make sure our dogs are cozy and warm when going outside. This is true for those little dogs and shorthaired dogs. Did you know that your dog loses its keen sense of smell during extremely cold weather, if this happens your pet can become lost. Best to have them on a leash. So bundle up and go with. Make sure to wipe paws, legs and stomach when they come in from the snow. Plenty of things stick to paws when they come in from the snow, sleet and ice. These include salt, anti freeze and other yuck. Dogs love to lick their paws and you do not want them licking salt or antifreeze from their paws. This will upset their stomachs and or poison them. Invest in a warm coat for those short haired dogs. You need it to cover from the base of their tail and bellies. Get a good insulated one, not those fancy coats. What dog seriously needs swag to go outside. Insulated is best. Another thing do not leave your dog in a cold car for any length of time. This is as bad as hot weather. The car acts just like an ice box. In the winter you can leave food in your car and it won't spoil, but hey dogs aren't food, so don't leave them in the car while you shop. Quick stop at the gas station okay, but that's it. Well I hope my Dog Lovers enjoy the fact that I have branched out a bit and offered some tips for your Pups. Take care and Sophia says keep your dogs warm. She's my dog lover. Happy Dogs.