My OperaKeeping your dog safe during Winter
Thursday, December 11, 2008 12:51:30 PM
The winter is a time of enjoyment and fun for all, especially for those families who have dogs. Winter isn't similar to the other seasons. The temperature will lower down considerably, the trees and bushes will eventually disappear, it will snow. All humans have to put on warm clothes because of the cold air and cruel winds. Several countries in the world will not get major changes in the weather condition and the temperature might not lower at all. What should you do during winter? How will you protect your pup from the low temperature and freezing weather condition?
You must remember that a pup is like a kid. He's on his first steps of life, in the period when the body system is evolving, when the muscular structure is fortifying, a period when he doesn't have a abundant coat. If you have a dog breed that likes to spend his time generally outdoors, winter will become a problem for your pup. Numerous dog breeds will not suffer the cold weather and they should be cared for any iced paws, frozen ears, pelt problems.
The pup's body can't tolerate low temperatures and remaining too long in the chilly air outside will be fatal for him. If you still want to take him for walks outside, even in the vicious weather condition, you need to make sure he wears some type of coat. Buy some dog sweaters and boots for your pup: these will keep him warm and happy. His dog house should be lifted off the ground for a few cm, and be sure to put some covers to isolate the dog house floor and to maintain your pup warm.
Puppy training in winter must not be stopped. Even if your outside walks will end, you must make sure that your pup has his daily share of exercise indoor. The physical exercise keeps him healthy and in shape, and his body is heated still. Be sure to provide his dog house with a bowl of water, but remember that water freezes during the winter period.
Using antifreeze or any other type of chemical to clear out the snow that cumulates in front of your house, will be a mistake if you do it carelessly. Your pup might lick that substance off the ground and it will be fatal to him. Just be sure to clean every trace of chemical after you've finished clearing the snow.
If you keep your pup inside, be sure that he can't reach your plants and flowers. Some of them will prove poisonous for him, if consumed. Another essential thing is to keep your dog away from any table scraps and treats that can be toxic.
With precaution and affection for your pup, he will love the winter weather and will be happy.
You must remember that a pup is like a kid. He's on his first steps of life, in the period when the body system is evolving, when the muscular structure is fortifying, a period when he doesn't have a abundant coat. If you have a dog breed that likes to spend his time generally outdoors, winter will become a problem for your pup. Numerous dog breeds will not suffer the cold weather and they should be cared for any iced paws, frozen ears, pelt problems.
The pup's body can't tolerate low temperatures and remaining too long in the chilly air outside will be fatal for him. If you still want to take him for walks outside, even in the vicious weather condition, you need to make sure he wears some type of coat. Buy some dog sweaters and boots for your pup: these will keep him warm and happy. His dog house should be lifted off the ground for a few cm, and be sure to put some covers to isolate the dog house floor and to maintain your pup warm.
Puppy training in winter must not be stopped. Even if your outside walks will end, you must make sure that your pup has his daily share of exercise indoor. The physical exercise keeps him healthy and in shape, and his body is heated still. Be sure to provide his dog house with a bowl of water, but remember that water freezes during the winter period.
Using antifreeze or any other type of chemical to clear out the snow that cumulates in front of your house, will be a mistake if you do it carelessly. Your pup might lick that substance off the ground and it will be fatal to him. Just be sure to clean every trace of chemical after you've finished clearing the snow.
If you keep your pup inside, be sure that he can't reach your plants and flowers. Some of them will prove poisonous for him, if consumed. Another essential thing is to keep your dog away from any table scraps and treats that can be toxic.
With precaution and affection for your pup, he will love the winter weather and will be happy.
