As a pet owner, it's important to be cautious of slips/falls, frostbite, de-icing chemicals, and hypothermia during winter. Follow these pet safety tips for cold seasons:
●Wellness examination
Extreme coldness can worsen some of your pet's current medical conditions like arthritis, heart and kidney diseases, hormonal imbalances, and diabetes. To prevent this, bring your pet to the vet every year, and ask how winter can affect your pet's condition.
●Frigid temperatures
Just with extremely high temperatures, super low temps are also dangerous to pets. Depending on their age, coat density, activity level, body fats, and overall health, some pets can or can't sufficiently tolerate the cold. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, thick-coated or long-haired dogs manage cold temps better than short-haired ones. Short-legged dogs are also less tolerant because their bodies and bellies are closer to the snow-filled ground.
If your pet is showing signs of hypothermia, contact your veterinary clinic Raleigh, NC immediately.
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