Winter challenges for dogs

January 3, 2022|Dog coats, Dog situations

Winter can be tough on dogs with short, thin fur. A dog coat can help.

Winter is a fact of life.

Winter is a fact all over the world. Not all areas experience it the same way, but all places have seasonal changes. Those changes affect everyone a little differently, canines as well as humans.

If your dog needs help staying warm, there are lots of options.

Problems dogs and their parents face

Many places in the world experience enough changes to influence how we go about our daily business. I imagine places close to the equator don't feel much difference since it's always hot. Likewise, locations close to the poles may not notice much change. The rest of us have to adapt to the changing conditions.

Dogs are no different. While some dogs are so well adapted to the environment they live in that they don't need any help, others can get pretty uncomfortable. Those dogs that feel the winter have problems like

1)  Cold - if dogs can't stay comfortably warm, they shiver, seek shelter, or do whatever they can to warm up.

2)  Wet - cold rain, water buildup, and snow all make dogs wet so that what natural approaches they have to stay warm don't work as well.

3)  Snowballs - not the kind we throw, but the ones that attach to the fur of longer coated dogs. These things are tough to get out and keep your dog wet for a long time.

4)  Chemicals used for melting ice - although helpful for ice removal, these chemicals can irritate your dog's feet or make them sick when they lick.

5)  Shorter days - fewer hours of sunlight can mean fewer hours of play or exercise.

Dog pajamas like these are not only warm but can help prevent snow buildup for longer-haired dogs.

Fixes for the winter challenges of dogs

Mother nature can make conditions pretty extreme, but there are some things you can do to help your dog meet winter's challenges.

1)  If your dog is cold, a coat or pajamas can help them retain body heat.

2)  Wet weather can be combated with waterproof jackets or shelter from the elements.

3)  If your dog has a longer coat, dog pajamas can help prevent the formation of those nasty little snowballs.

4)  Chemicals can be blocked with d g boots. If your dog doesn't want to wear them, or you don't have any, carefully managing where your dog walks can decrease exposure. You can get them through companies like Chewy's.

5)  If you have an active dog, getting enough exercise is essential, even when the daylight hours are minimal. Posts like this one can help you find ways to provide the activity your dog needs.

If your dog needs a little help coping with the challenges of winter, there are lots of things you can do to help. If getting a dog coat or pajamas sounds like a good idea, don't forget to check out my website, Made by De.

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Winter can be more fun for your dog if the challenging issues are less difficult.