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#1 COLD KILLS
A dog or cat left outside in severe cold weather can die quickly from
exposure. Except for exercise and walks, all dogs and cats are safer
indoors during the winter. Bring your pets inside when temperatures start to
dip near freezing. Make sure they have a warm draft free place indoors with
a dry mat or blanket that they can lie on. Give them plenty of fresh water
and appropriate amounts of food.
#2 OUTDOOR DOGS NEED SPECIAL PROTECTION
Large breed dogs that live outdoors need the protection of a dry, draft-free
doghouse. It should be large enough for the dog to sit and lie down
comfortably, but cozy enough to help him retain body heat. The floor should
be raised a few inches off the ground and covered with cedar shavings or
straw. The house should be turn away from the winds and the opening
covered with waterproof burlap or heavy plastic. Even outdoors must be
brought inside in severe temperatures.
#3 COLD CARS ARE DANGEROUS
Leave your dog or cat in an unattended car out in the winter cold and be
prepared to treat them for hypothermia. Small short coated breeds can
particularly susceptible. If you have to leave a pet alone in a car, then you’
re better off leaving them back at home. Pets in unattended cars can also
be lost or stolen.
#4 AVOID ANTIFREEZE POISONING
Antifreeze tastes sweet to unsuspecting pets but it’s a deadly poison. This
is an especially insidious danger because once swallowed antifreeze
poisoning is difficult to diagnose and treat. Don’t let your pet drink from
puddles in the street.
#5 DOES FIDO NEED A SWEATER?
If your dog shakes and shivers during walks on a cold day, he may need a
sweater. Regardless of size, many short coated dogs are very sensitive to
cold. This is especially true in older dogs. A properly fitted canine sweater
can help your dog retain precious body warmth and enjoy their time
outdoors.
#6 ROCK SALT/DE-ICERS CAN BURN
A thick layer of petroleum jelly on your dog’s foot pads can prevent the
burning and irritation your dog or cat can experience when they walk
outside on sidewalks that have been treated with salt or chemical deicers.
Whenever your pet gets back from a long walk, make sure you wipe its
paws clean of any residue before it licks them and irritates its mouth. Keep
your pets’ nails trimmed and shave the hair between the toes. It’s a good
way to prevent foot problems and make treatment easier if they do occur.
#7 AVOID ICY DANGERS
A good grooming is essential if you plan to let your pet frolic in the snow
and ice. Long haired breeds that roll in the snow can get ice stuck to their
fur. The ice and snow pack in the fur can cause severe chills and lead to
dangerous respiratory infections. When you get back home, the ice and
snow will melt all over your rugs and furniture creating a damp and
unhealthy home atmosphere. The long hair between their toes can cause
snow to get impacted painfully in pets’ paws.
8 DON’T EAT SNOW
Outdoor exercise and play can make any pet thirsty, but don’t let them lick
or eat snow or ice. Ingesting snow can cause a terrible stomachache. And
the salt, deicers and other contaminants can cause diarrhea and other
more serious ailments. When out in the snow, keep your dog on a leash.
Bring along a ball or other toy that you can use to distract your pet.
#9 CHECK UNDER THE HOOD
Before you start the engine on your car or truck on that frigid winter
morning, bang on the hood or blow the horn. Cats and other small animals
including birds often seek the warmth of car and truck engines overnight.
They will crawl under the hood for protection from the winds and cold. Many
are maimed or killed each winter when they get caught up in the fan and
fan belts.
#10 WATCH THAT DIET
Outdoor dogs and those dogs that spend a lot of time outdoors need more
food during the winter because keeping warm depletes energy. However, if
your dog is a home body and doesn’t spend much time exercising during
the cold weather months it might start to gain unneeded weight. Be careful
not to overfeed your pet. Quick weight gain is unhealthy. Obesity in pets
leads to serious medical problems and a shortened life span.
#11 PREVENT CABIN FEVER
Now that the summer and vacations are over, your pets will be spending
more time home alone. Bored, un-stimulated dogs are most likely to cause
problems and develop separation anxiety while you're away at school or
work. Prevent problems by putting out your pet's favorite toys when you
leave for the day and put them away when you get home. Leave a radio on
to a talk or news station while you're out. And most of all, spend some
quality time with your pet when you do get home.
#12 DON’T SWALLOW INDOOR POISONS
Don’t let your pet become a tragic statistic. Cleaning fluids, detergents,
household solvents, even nail polish can smell and taste sweet to your pet.
Once swallowed they can be deadly. Secure all of these products in a place
your pets can’t get at. If you suspect your pet may have ingested a toxic
product contact your vet immediately. Have his day time and after hours
phone readily available.
#13 VISIT THE VET
With the warm weather approaching, this is a good time to schedule your
pets annual visit to the veterinarian. By taking some simple preventive
steps now, you can avoid dangerous situations and help protect your pet
from falling victim to them.
A dog or cat left outside in severe cold weather can die quickly from
exposure. Except for exercise and walks, all dogs and cats are safer
indoors during the winter. Bring your pets inside when temperatures start to
dip near freezing. Make sure they have a warm draft free place indoors with
a dry mat or blanket that they can lie on. Give them plenty of fresh water
and appropriate amounts of food.
#2 OUTDOOR DOGS NEED SPECIAL PROTECTION
Large breed dogs that live outdoors need the protection of a dry, draft-free
doghouse. It should be large enough for the dog to sit and lie down
comfortably, but cozy enough to help him retain body heat. The floor should
be raised a few inches off the ground and covered with cedar shavings or
straw. The house should be turn away from the winds and the opening
covered with waterproof burlap or heavy plastic. Even outdoors must be
brought inside in severe temperatures.
#3 COLD CARS ARE DANGEROUS
Leave your dog or cat in an unattended car out in the winter cold and be
prepared to treat them for hypothermia. Small short coated breeds can
particularly susceptible. If you have to leave a pet alone in a car, then you’
re better off leaving them back at home. Pets in unattended cars can also
be lost or stolen.
#4 AVOID ANTIFREEZE POISONING
Antifreeze tastes sweet to unsuspecting pets but it’s a deadly poison. This
is an especially insidious danger because once swallowed antifreeze
poisoning is difficult to diagnose and treat. Don’t let your pet drink from
puddles in the street.
#5 DOES FIDO NEED A SWEATER?
If your dog shakes and shivers during walks on a cold day, he may need a
sweater. Regardless of size, many short coated dogs are very sensitive to
cold. This is especially true in older dogs. A properly fitted canine sweater
can help your dog retain precious body warmth and enjoy their time
outdoors.
#6 ROCK SALT/DE-ICERS CAN BURN
A thick layer of petroleum jelly on your dog’s foot pads can prevent the
burning and irritation your dog or cat can experience when they walk
outside on sidewalks that have been treated with salt or chemical deicers.
Whenever your pet gets back from a long walk, make sure you wipe its
paws clean of any residue before it licks them and irritates its mouth. Keep
your pets’ nails trimmed and shave the hair between the toes. It’s a good
way to prevent foot problems and make treatment easier if they do occur.
#7 AVOID ICY DANGERS
A good grooming is essential if you plan to let your pet frolic in the snow
and ice. Long haired breeds that roll in the snow can get ice stuck to their
fur. The ice and snow pack in the fur can cause severe chills and lead to
dangerous respiratory infections. When you get back home, the ice and
snow will melt all over your rugs and furniture creating a damp and
unhealthy home atmosphere. The long hair between their toes can cause
snow to get impacted painfully in pets’ paws.
8 DON’T EAT SNOW
Outdoor exercise and play can make any pet thirsty, but don’t let them lick
or eat snow or ice. Ingesting snow can cause a terrible stomachache. And
the salt, deicers and other contaminants can cause diarrhea and other
more serious ailments. When out in the snow, keep your dog on a leash.
Bring along a ball or other toy that you can use to distract your pet.
#9 CHECK UNDER THE HOOD
Before you start the engine on your car or truck on that frigid winter
morning, bang on the hood or blow the horn. Cats and other small animals
including birds often seek the warmth of car and truck engines overnight.
They will crawl under the hood for protection from the winds and cold. Many
are maimed or killed each winter when they get caught up in the fan and
fan belts.
#10 WATCH THAT DIET
Outdoor dogs and those dogs that spend a lot of time outdoors need more
food during the winter because keeping warm depletes energy. However, if
your dog is a home body and doesn’t spend much time exercising during
the cold weather months it might start to gain unneeded weight. Be careful
not to overfeed your pet. Quick weight gain is unhealthy. Obesity in pets
leads to serious medical problems and a shortened life span.
#11 PREVENT CABIN FEVER
Now that the summer and vacations are over, your pets will be spending
more time home alone. Bored, un-stimulated dogs are most likely to cause
problems and develop separation anxiety while you're away at school or
work. Prevent problems by putting out your pet's favorite toys when you
leave for the day and put them away when you get home. Leave a radio on
to a talk or news station while you're out. And most of all, spend some
quality time with your pet when you do get home.
#12 DON’T SWALLOW INDOOR POISONS
Don’t let your pet become a tragic statistic. Cleaning fluids, detergents,
household solvents, even nail polish can smell and taste sweet to your pet.
Once swallowed they can be deadly. Secure all of these products in a place
your pets can’t get at. If you suspect your pet may have ingested a toxic
product contact your vet immediately. Have his day time and after hours
phone readily available.
#13 VISIT THE VET
With the warm weather approaching, this is a good time to schedule your
pets annual visit to the veterinarian. By taking some simple preventive
steps now, you can avoid dangerous situations and help protect your pet
from falling victim to them.