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As winter approaches and the temperatures drop, our dogs need more attention and care. As their owners, how do we properly care for them during this cold season? Let’s learn and practice these tips to ensure our dogs are healthy and happy during the winter.

I. Provide a warm shelter

With the colder temperatures of winter, dogs need a warm, dry shelter. Ensure that the kennel is located in a sheltered, dry place and that it is cleaned and dried regularly. A cosy blanket or quilt can be used to provide extra warmth for your dog. It is also important to keep the kennel dry to avoid moisture that can cause skin diseases and other problems. It is also a good idea to have some warm nesting pads or sleeping bags for your dog to keep them warm in the cold weather.

2. Adjusting diet

In winter, dogs’ appetite usually increases because they need more energy to maintain their body temperature. Therefore, we need to provide them with nutritious food, such as high protein and high fat food. It is also important to make sure that your dog has enough water intake to maintain the normal metabolism of the body. It is also important to be careful not to feed your dog raw or cold food or water, as this may cause irritation to their stomach and intestines.

3. Increase Exercise

Although the temperature is lower in winter, dogs still need proper exercise to stay healthy. Taking your dog for a moderate amount of outdoor exercise every day can enhance their physical fitness and improve their resistance. However, be careful to avoid exposing your dog for a long time in freezing weather to avoid frostbite. Besides, we can also provide some indoor exercises and games for dogs, such as toys and games, so that they can have more entertainment indoors.

4.Regular bathing and grooming

With the dry weather in winter, your dog’s hair is prone to tangling and shedding. We need to bathe our dogs regularly to keep their fur clean and shiny. At the same time, it is also necessary to carry out appropriate hair trimming and grooming to keep them neat and beautiful. However, we should be careful not to over-trim so as not to cause unnecessary harm to our dogs. In addition, we can also provide our dogs with some moisturising skin care products or hair conditioners to keep their skin moist and smooth.

5. Pay attention to the dog’s mood

Weather changes in winter may affect the dog’s mood. We need to pay attention to the dog’s emotional changes, and give them love and companionship in time. You can interact with your dog more, petting and comforting, so that they can feel the love and warmth of the owner. At the same time, we can also provide some toys and games for dogs, so that they can have more entertainment indoors. In addition, we can also provide some peaceful environment or music for dogs to help them relax.

6. Pay attention to preventing cold and keeping warm

In cold weather, we should pay special attention to prevent cold and keep warm. Do not let the dog exposed to the cold environment for a long time, so as not to cause cold or frostbite. If you need to take your dog out, take warm measures in advance, such as wearing warm clothes and shoes. Also, be careful not to let your dog drink cold water or eat raw and cold food, so as not to cause irritation to their stomach and intestines. In addition, we can also provide our dogs with some warm clothes or blankets to help them maintain their body temperature.

7. Regular body check

In winter, your dog’s body may experience some changes such as increased appetite and weight gain. We need to take our dogs to the vet for regular checkups to ensure their health. Veterinarians will provide appropriate advice and treatment plans according to the specific conditions of our dogs to help us take better care of them. Besides, we can also provide our dogs with some health care products or nutritional supplements to help them strengthen their body and improve their resistance.

Summary

Winter is a season that requires special attention and care. As dog owners we need to provide them with warm, cosy shelter, nutritious food, proper exercise and love. By implementing and practicing these measures we can ensure that our dogs are healthy and happy in winter. Let’s work together to create a warm, happy home for our dogs!