Tips to Keep Pets Safe During the Winter Months

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Tips to Keep Pets Safe During the Winter Months

  1. Keep pet indoors: If your pet does not need to be outside keep them in. The winter months can be harsh for your pet.
  2. Protect pet’s paws: The cold can cause your pet’s paws to crack and become dry. There is pet balm that you can use to help treat dry and cracked paws.
  3. Keep pet bundled up: It’s important to put on a warm coat on your pet, as it may not be able to take the cold. During walks this is important and even outside to go eliminate. There are also boots and shoes that will help keep them warm and paws protected.
  4. Keep pet dry: It often rains and snows during the winter season as your pet comes back in the home, make sure you are drying your pet to the best of your ability. Cold and wetness can be uncomfortable for your pet and may cause sickness.
  5. Keep away from space heaters: During the cold months heaters tend to be our go to keep a bigger space warmer.
  6. Watch for antifreeze: Antifreeze is used for your engine to to help regulate your engine during extreme temperatures. During the winter you will see more antifreeze spots in the driveways, roads, etc. it is important to make sure.