How to Protect Pets in Cold Weather

Be a responsible pet owner and take care of your pet.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Miscellaneous

1. If your pet resides indoors, protect the animals feet when you take him outside in sub zero weather. He is not accustomed to the freezing ground. You can provide them with shoes or spray PAM on their feet. The PAM seals their feet, locks out the cold and prevents their feet from cracking. Your local pet store should offer expensive alternatives.

2. In the wild, animals naturally seek shelter during harsh weather. As a pet owner this responsibility resides with you. In addition to providing the shelter, you can put a light bulb inside to ease the bite of the cold for your pet. Also, put appropriate bedding in the shelter. If your animal has limited mobility, take extra precaution to ensure the shelter is adequate. You can gauge this by placing a thermometer inside the sleeping area.

3. Ensure your animal has a continuous supply of fresh water and an adequate, daily food supply. Placing the water inside an enclosed area will prevent it from freezing. A light bulb placed near the bowl will also help to prevent the water from freezing. Avoid metal bowls, which freeze faster than plastic bowls.

Tips & Warnings

• Be a responsible pet owner
• If you have a dog that is chained up, make sure the shelter is adequate. The animal cannot look for his own shelter.
• A pet is a responsibility which should not be taken lightly.