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How easy is it a dog to catch a cold? I was sick a few days ago and I didn't want to go around my dog because I didn't want to get him sick? Is that even possible? Can they catch a cold from a human? And secondly, every morning when i get up at 6 am I'm afraid to take him out to potty because he's been sleeping all warm with me and then to just take him out in the cold worries me that he may catch a cold. Thanks.

2006-11-16 07:00:31 · 5 answers · asked by laurel 3 in Pets Dogs

He's only a 7 month, 4lbs Chihuahua.

2006-11-16 07:01:01 · update #1

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If you are worried about him getting a cold from going outside, then just get him a little sweater.

I have a dog with very short hair, and he has never gotten a cold (at all) from going from a hot apartment to the cold outdoors. I always make sure he has his sweater on, and even a scarf!

Also, most viruses that humans have, dogs can't get and vice versa. You can check with your vet just to be sure, but he will most likely not catch a cold from you.

You are a good mom for worrying about him!

2006-11-16 07:11:57 · answer #1 · answered by Marie 5 · 1 0

Just put sweater or jacket on him. He should know why he is let out and he knows what he is to do. So he will get out there and due his duties and come running back.

Small breed dogs all seem to shiver even if they are not cold. So his brief stay outside shouldn't do no harm. Just be sure to let him back in when he comes back to the door so he will have no negative experiences to make him not want to go out side.

You wouldn't go out without a coat or sweater so don't put him out without one.

One thing you could do is put in a dogie door and he can come and go when HE needs to and you won't worry.

2006-11-16 15:26:50 · answer #2 · answered by bluebonnetgranny 7 · 1 0

He won't catch your cold, so don't worry about that. As far as getting chilly when he goes out to pee, get him a little sweater! He won't catch a cold from that either though.

2006-11-16 15:03:52 · answer #3 · answered by emmadropit 6 · 3 0

The dog wont get sick so dont worry.people say that is the good way to explane to people.I have a chiwawa he never gets sick.dogs and pups dont get sick fast like us.

2006-11-16 15:15:33 · answer #4 · answered by mellysdokie 1 · 1 0

he carnt get it of u but thay can get ill like a cold but it will soon go

2006-11-16 15:05:48 · answer #5 · answered by cute_angel_skater_chick 1 · 0 3

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