Pet safety: How to keep pets safe during winter
Keep your pets warm during cold weather with these tips.
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There’s nothing like a winter wonderland. When the snow falls, the icicles hang from the trees, and the lakes and ponds freeze, there is a wonderful chocolate box feeling in the world that paradoxically comforts us inside. However, for some of our pets, the prospect of facing a cold winter may not be too appealing. Even animals that don’t mind a frosty walk or a house that’s colder than usual may need protection from the elements for their own sake. And as a pet owner, you undoubtedly make sure that your animals are comfortable and properly cooled.
Watch the video to learn how to keep your pets safe in the winter.
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When is it too cold for your pet to be outside?
When the thermometer drops below 45 degrees Fahrenheit, it’s time to start thinking about your pet’s comfort level. As the temperature drops, the risk increases. And if the mercury drops into the 20s, then pets can be at serious risk of frostbite and hypothermia if they are outside for any length of time.
Obviously, it depends on the type of pet what level of cold they can safely tolerate. But in general, the bigger the animal, the more tolerance and resistance to low temperatures it can have. For example, a large dog with a thick, double-layered coat, such as a Husky, will obviously handle exposure to cold better than a smaller breed with a thinner coat, such as a Chihuahua . A cat’s ability to withstand the cold will also vary by size and breed. But even for a cat that wants to go out all the time, it is always advisable to have a cat flap so that they can come and go as they please.
The bottom line is that any pet you own may be vulnerable to cold temperatures outside and inside your home. So, the monument must be careful. For more advice on how to keep your pets safe during the winter freeze, visit the American Humane Society’s website, which has an extensive list of cold weather tips.
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