With the onset of cold weather, dog owners immediately face a number of questions about how to properly walk their pet.
This is especially true for owners of puppies and dogs that are already of advanced age.
Let's figure out how to keep your dog safe during the cold season.
What needs to be taken into account
Firstly, puppies and older dogs are more sensitive to frost, so you should take care of warm clothing for them.
Secondly, antifreeze is deadly to animals and has a sweetish smell. The substance can easily get into the animal's body: it only needs to walk on snow where antifreeze is spilled and then lick its paws.
Chemical reagents that corrode the skin of a dog's paws also pose a danger.
Therefore, when going for a walk with your pet, adhere to the following rules:
- For short-haired dogs, clothing is required;
- To protect your pet's paws, accustom it to wearing special shoes;
- To prevent your dog from running away from you, be sure to keep it on a leash;
- Do not allow your pet to eat snow, as this is fraught not only with illness, but also with the danger of eating something dangerous for the body.
