{"id":1625,"date":"2015-10-21T15:18:01","date_gmt":"2015-10-21T15:18:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petpalaceresort.com\/?p=1625"},"modified":"2025-11-20T15:58:07","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T15:58:07","slug":"how-to-protect-dog-in-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.petpalaceresort.com\/how-to-protect-dog-in-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Protect Your Dog This Coming Winter"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Dogs<\/a>Whether or not you have accepted it, the fact remains that winter is right around the corner! And for dog owners in particular, this means taking your dog out and walking them – even when it is freezing cold<\/a>. It is important to remember that your dog\u2019s safety and well-being is just as important as your safety and well-being when it comes to keeping them warm in the frigid temps.<\/p>\n

Here are some winter tips for dog owners, like yourself, who are looking for clever ways to keep your pup warm during the bitter winter months.<\/p>\n

The Dangers your Dog Can be Exposed to in the Winter<\/h3>\n

Chemicals on the Sidewalks<\/strong>– It is normal for chemical treatments to be applied to the sidewalks during the winter. Most of these treatments are pet-friendly, but you never know if every neighbor uses pet-friendly versions or not. Thus, it is better to be safe than sorry. To protect your pup from these chemicals, you can outfit his paws with snow booties. If he does not take well to wearing his new shoes, we recommend wiping his paws with warm water immediately<\/em> after coming inside. Also, you want to get in the habit of checking his paws for any abrasions or cuts as the cold weather can dry his paws out, causing cracking and splitting.<\/p>\n

Anti-Freeze Poisoning-<\/strong> In the winter months, it is common to change out the anti-freeze in your car, but please be careful of accidental spills in the driveway or garage. Anti-freeze has a sweet scent and taste to animals, causing them to be attracted to it. However, once ingested, it is dangerously toxic to them. If you have any spills, it is imperative that they are cleaned up right away. We cannot stress this one enough! Please be careful with anti-freeze and be sure to clean up any spills. If you do suspect that your pet has ingested anti-freeze, take him to the vet or the nearest animal hospital immediately<\/em>!<\/p>\n

Frost Bite<\/strong>– If you have little ones then you know all about protecting them before they go play in the snow, but keep in mind that your four-legged friend needs protection too! Frost bite can happen to our pets just as easily as our children<\/a>. When the body becomes cold for a long period of time, the blood is diverted to our core body systems and organs; therefore, blood flows away from the extremities, such as the nose, feet and hands.<\/p>\n

Your dog\u2019s body operates the exact same way, so they, too, can be susceptible to frost bite. It is imperative<\/em> that you limit their time outdoors during the cold winter months. When your dog is feeling cold, their behaviors may change. They may begin to move slower and even lift their paws out of the snow more frequently to avoid the bitter cold on their paws. It is important to watch for these signs and know the symptoms of frost bite:<\/p>\n