How can i take care of my dog in winters?

Answer 1

Make sure it's kept warm, keep it indoors during extreme cold except for to go potty. Don't allow it outside longer than 10-15 minutes. If it's an outside dog, I STRONGLY suggest a doghouse with a windbreaker wall and a heater light in the roof. Make sure to have a blanket in there too.

Answer 2

If you have to ask this question, you should not have a dog. A dog belongs in your house. Dogs die if left outside in the cold.

If you are considering leaving your dog outside, do this experiment first. Get the outside area prepared for your dog. You dress as if you were going to spend a long time outside. You leave the dog in the house and you go out where you want the dog to stay. Make sure the water in the bowl has frozen over, because that is usually what happens to the poor dog.

A dog has fur. So, to even things up, you can add a fur coat over all your clothing. You spend 24 hours out there on a very cold winter night and then come back into the house and ask this stupid question again...................................

Answer 3

Keep your pooch inside. The answer also depends on the type of breed u r having. if its long coated then there s no special requirements, but if its short coated like labras u can go for coats that too, on severe cold day. Provide eggs, chicken soups, lots of green veggies in this season. Also do lots of brushing which will keep its coat healthy. Bathing once a month is usually sufficient .Make sure u make it dry after bathing.

DR Meenal Gupta (Chandigarh)

Answer 4

Give them food water shelter and lots of attention and warmth and of course dont forget the love!!! <3

Answer 5

where are you living? very cold? you can buy dog sweaters and also, get a heating blanket

Answer 6

keep him in the house and water and feed him like you should already be doing

Answer 7

Cold Weather Tips
Without protection from the elements, dogs and cats can develop frostbite or hypothermia. At the very least they can be cold and miserable. The Animal Care Center urges you to take these simple precautions so that you can keep your pets cozy no matter what the winter throws our way.
In cold weather, keep your pets away from antifreeze solution, and promptly clean up any antifreeze that spills. Antifreeze is attractive to pets and is deadly, even in very small amounts.
If your pet grows a thick coat of hair for the winter, you want to make sure it doesn't get matted. Wet, matted hair can lead to diseases of the skin because the dead hair traps dirt and debris. A conditioner for the coat after shampooing a pet will help both coat and skin stay in top shape during Albuquerque's dry winters. Our winter air can be extremely drying, and even pets that never set a paw outdoors can get dry itchy skin. Giving pets a B complex vitamin that contains fatty acids will help keep their skin from drying out. These vitamins are usually available at pet supply stores. While many dogs and cats love romping through the snow, they'll occasionally develop ice balls between their toes that can lead to frostbitten feet. You should regularly trim out the long hair between the toe pads so they don't become the focus of ice-ball formation. If your pet already has ice-balls between his toes you can melt them quickly with a hair dryer. Hold the dryer about 6 inches away and keep it moving until all the ice is melted. Make sure you keep it on a low setting so you don't burn them.
Consider their breed. Not all pets are equally at home in the cold. While a Sheepdog or an Akita might be comfortable outside, a Miniature Pincher, Boxer or Yorkie might get chilly even when it's balmy. On particularly cold days, your pet may appreciate being bundled up before he goes outdoors. Breeds that have thin coats such as Boxers, Dobermans, etc., may need this extra protection. Dog sweaters and coats may be purchased at pet supply stores. Check with your veterinarian if you're not sure if your pet can handle the winters outside.
If your pet lives outside, he'll burn up a lot more calories in the winter just trying to stay warm. If your pet is going to spend time outdoors, you may need to increase his calorie intake by 25 to 50 percent. They need those extra calories not only for energy demands but also to get a thicker coat. When the temperature drops, water freezes. An animal can only go 20 hours without water before becoming dehydrated. Animal Services Division recommends providing fresh water frequently throughout the day to keep the bowl full. You can buy an electric warming device at your pet supply store that will keep the water liquid on even the coldest days. Just be careful not to run an electrical cord where the animal can chew it.
Even if the thermometer reads a balmy 25 degrees, a breeze can make it feel a lot colder than it is. Be prepared with a comfy house for your pet when it is blowing. Dogs and cats need warm places where they can go to escape the cold.
Size is right! If the doghouse is too big, the dog's body temperature isn't going to keep him warmed up when weather turns cold. It should be big enough for the dog to get in, turn around, and lie down. Your pet supply store can help you get the correct size.
Build it tight! To keep your pet cozy, the house should be well-built and water proof. Line it with some kind of easily cleaned, warmth retaining lining like straw or wood shavings to keep down the heat loss through the floor and also give him something he can burrow down into to build up warmth.
Raise it high! The doorway should be high enough off the ground to prevent water from flowing in. It should also be fairly small to minimize heat loss in the cold. To make it even more secure, you may want to hang a plastic flap or get a doggie door to keep the wind from whipping through. In addition, it should have a roof over the porch to provide protection from the direct sunlight, snow, rain and other elements.
For all pets, the most lethal winter hazard is parked in your driveway-and it kills without moving an inch. Antifreeze is extremely toxic to pets and has a sweet taste that pets enjoy. The best precaution is never leave antifreeze lying around, either in an open container or in puddles under the car. An antifreeze that's safer for pets contains propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol. While it may upset your pet's stomach or cause mild nervous system reactions, it's unlikely to cause the lethal kidney failure that products containing ethylene glycol cause. Do an engine check. During the cold months many outdoor cats and wild animals will creep into the engine compartment of cars to take advantage of the "central heating" and then get hurt or killed when someone turns the key. Before starting the car in the morning, you may want to check under the hood for visitors. It only takes a minute and you could save an animal's life.


Hot Weather Tips
Unlike people, whose perspiration keeps them cool, pets have hardly any sweat glands at all. They do have sweat glands between their toes, but it's not enough to carry heat away. What they do is pant. Panting helps dispel some heat but it really isn't very efficient, which is why hot weather, for both cats and dogs, is uncomfortable weather. Here are some tips to help your pets stay healthier and happier in the warm summer months.
Even if your pet has a waterbowl the size of a birdbath, chances are he will occasionally kick it over-and then be completely without water. To prevent your pet from going thirsty, provide two bowls of fresh water and always keep them filled. You can also provide a "drip system" attachment to the faucet in addition to the water bowls. By training your dog to lick the end of the drip system, you'll always be assured that they'll have enough water. Pets enjoy the stimulation of licking ice and through that action quenching their thirst and keeping cool. You may want to add ice cubes directly to their water bowls, or freeze a bowl of water for daily use. This technique also works well when taking trips with pets. A wading pool filled with an inch or two of water will give pets a pleasant place to cool off. Dogs often enjoy a cool dip on a warm day. Dogs often dig holes in yards for the insulating coolness they provide and many times, having a wading pool will keep them from digging holes in your yard to cool off in.
Even when you have the windows open, it's often hotter inside the car than it is outside. The best advice is to let your pet lie near the air conditioner vent. You may also want to keep your pet comfortable by giving him a window seat where he can catch a breeze. Make sure the windows are closed far enough to prevent daredevil escapes. Park carefully, remembering that temperatures inside a parked car get oven-hot within just a few minutes. You should never leave your pet inside a parked car. If you must leave him in a car always park the car in a cool, shady spot. Leave two or more windows open to allow air to circulate (but not so wide that he can jump out.) And don't ever leave him very long.
Dogs and cats that play all day during the cool months may find themselves slowing down when it's hot outside. Don't push them too hard during the summer. Be particularly aware of dogs with dark coats as they get hotter faster. Pets don't know their own limits, and can overheat quickly. We have to know when to put the brakes on them. Most dogs and cats will naturally eat less during the summer months, so don't be alarmed if your pets appetite falls off a little bit. Pets don't expend as much energy keeping their bodies warm, so they need less food. When the temperatures rise take your pet to the groomer for a summer haircut. While a long coat may look hot, in many cases the coat helps insulate the pet and keeps him cooler. It's okay to give them a slight trim. Just don't give him a buzz cut unless that's his normal style.
Is it too hot to take my dog along today?
Common sense tells most people that leaving their pet inside a parked vehicle on a hot, summer day could be dangerous after an extended period of time. But most people don't realize that the temperature can skyrocket after just a few minutes. Parking in the shade or leaving the windows cracked does little to alleviate this pressure cooker.

On a warm, sunny day windows collect light, trapping heat inside the vehicle, and pushing the temperature inside to dangerous levels. On an 85-degree Fahrenheit day, for example, the temperature inside a car with the windows opened slightly can reach 102 degrees within ten minutes. After 30 minutes, the temperature will reach 120 degrees. At 110 degrees, pets are in danger of heatstroke. On hot and humid days, the temperature in a car parked in direct sunlight can rise more than 30 degrees per minute, and quickly become lethal.

Pets, more so than humans, are susceptible to overheating. While people can roll down windows, turn on the air conditioner or exit the vehicle when they become too hot, pets cannot. And pets are much less efficient at cooling themselves than people are.

Dogs, for example, are designed to conserve heat. Their sweat glands, which exist on their nose and the pads of their feet, are inadequate for cooling during hot days. Panting and drinking water helps cool them, but if they only have overheated air to breathe, dogs can suffer brain and organ damage after just 15 minutes. Short-nosed breeds, like pugs and bulldogs, young pets, seniors or pets with weight, respiratory, cardiovascular or other health problems are especially susceptible to heat-related stress.

In case of an emergency, it's important to be able to identify the symptoms of heat stress caused by exposure to extreme temperatures. Check the animal for signs of heavy panting, glazed eyes, a rapid heartbeat, restlessness, excessive thirst, lethargy, fever, dizziness, lack of coordination, profuse salivation, vomiting, a deep red or purple tongue, and unconsciousness.

If the animal shows symptoms of heatstroke, take steps to gradually lower her body temperature immediately. Follow these tips, and it could save her life:

Move the animal into the shade or an air-conditioned area.
Apply ice packs or cold towels to her head, neck, and chest or immerse her in cool (not cold) water.
Let her drink small amounts of cool water or lick ice cubes.
Take her directly to a veterinarian.
Cold Weather Tips
Without protection from the elements, dogs and cats can develop frostbite or hypothermia. At the very least they can be cold and miserable. The Animal Care Center urges you to take these simple precautions so that you can keep your pets cozy no matter what the winter throws our way.
In cold weather, keep your pets away from antifreeze solution, and promptly clean up any antifreeze that spills. Antifreeze is attractive to pets and is deadly, even in very small amounts.
If your pet grows a thick coat of hair for the winter, you want to make sure it doesn't get matted. Wet, matted hair can lead to diseases of the skin because the dead hair traps dirt and debris. A conditioner for the coat after shampooing a pet will help both coat and skin stay in top shape during Albuquerque's dry winters. Our winter air can be extremely drying, and even pets that never set a paw outdoors can get dry itchy skin. Giving pets a B complex vitamin that contains fatty acids will help keep their skin from drying out. These vitamins are usually available at pet supply stores. While many dogs and cats love romping through the snow, they'll occasionally develop ice balls between their toes that can lead to frostbitten feet. You should regularly trim out the long hair between the toe pads so they don't become the focus of ice-ball formation. If your pet already has ice-balls between his toes you can melt them quickly with a hair dryer. Hold the dryer about 6 inches away and keep it moving until all the ice is melted. Make sure you keep it on a low setting so you don't burn them.
Consider their breed. Not all pets are equally at home in the cold. While a Sheepdog or an Akita might be comfortable outside, a Miniature Pincher, Boxer or Yorkie might get chilly even when it's balmy. On particularly cold days, your pet may appreciate being bundled up before he goes outdoors. Breeds that have thin coats such as Boxers, Dobermans, etc., may need this extra protection. Dog sweaters and coats may be purchased at pet supply stores. Check with your veterinarian if you're not sure if your pet can handle the winters outside.
If your pet lives outside, he'll burn up a lot more calories in the winter just trying to stay warm. If your pet is going to spend time outdoors, you may need to increase his calorie intake by 25 to 50 percent. They need those extra calories not only for energy demands but also to get a thicker coat. When the temperature drops, water freezes. An animal can only go 20 hours without water before becoming dehydrated. Animal Services Division recommends providing fresh water frequently throughout the day to keep the bowl full. You can buy an electric warming device at your pet supply store that will keep the water liquid on even the coldest days. Just be careful not to run an electrical cord where the animal can chew it.
Even if the thermometer reads a balmy 25 degrees, a breeze can make it feel a lot colder than it is. Be prepared with a comfy house for your pet when it is blowing. Dogs and cats need warm places where they can go to escape the cold.
Size is right! If the doghouse is too big, the dog's body temperature isn't going to keep him warmed up when weather turns cold. It should be big enough for the dog to get in, turn around, and lie down. Your pet supply store can help you get the correct size.
Build it tight! To keep your pet cozy, the house should be well-built and water proof. Line it with some kind of easily cleaned, warmth retaining lining like straw or wood shavings to keep down the heat loss through the floor and also give him something he can burrow down into to build up warmth.
Raise it high! The doorway should be high enough off the ground to prevent water from flowing in. It should also be fairly small to minimize heat loss in the cold. To make it even more secure, you may want to hang a plastic flap or get a doggie door to keep the wind from whipping through. In addition, it should have a roof over the porch to provide protection from the direct sunlight, snow, rain and other elements.
For all pets, the most lethal winter hazard is parked in your driveway-and it kills without moving an inch. Antifreeze is extremely toxic to pets and has a sweet taste that pets enjoy. The best precaution is never leave antifreeze lying around, either in an open container or in puddles under the car. An antifreeze that's safer for pets contains propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol. While it may upset your pet's stomach or cause mild nervous system reactions, it's unlikely to cause the lethal kidney failure that products containing ethylene glycol cause. Do an engine check. During the cold months many outdoor cats and wild animals will creep into the engine compartment of cars to take advantage of the "central heating" and then get hurt or killed when someone turns the key. Before starting the car in the morning, you may want to check under the hood for visitors. It only takes a minute and you could save an animal's life.


Hot Weather Tips
Unlike people, whose perspiration keeps them cool, pets have hardly any sweat glands at all. They do have sweat glands between their toes, but it's not enough to carry heat away. What they do is pant. Panting helps dispel some heat but it really isn't very efficient, which is why hot weather, for both cats and dogs, is uncomfortable weather. Here are some tips to help your pets stay healthier and happier in the warm summer months.
Even if your pet has a waterbowl the size of a birdbath, chances are he will occasionally kick it over-and then be completely without water. To prevent your pet from going thirsty, provide two bowls of fresh water and always keep them filled. You can also provide a "drip system" attachment to the faucet in addition to the water bowls. By training your dog to lick the end of the drip system, you'll always be assured that they'll have enough water. Pets enjoy the stimulation of licking ice and through that action quenching their thirst and keeping cool. You may want to add ice cubes directly to their water bowls, or freeze a bowl of water for daily use. This technique also works well when taking trips with pets. A wading pool filled with an inch or two of water will give pets a pleasant place to cool off. Dogs often enjoy a cool dip on a warm day. Dogs often dig holes in yards for the insulating coolness they provide and many times, having a wading pool will keep them from digging holes in your yard to cool off in.
Even when you have the windows open, it's often hotter inside the car than it is outside. The best advice is to let your pet lie near the air conditioner vent. You may also want to keep your pet comfortable by giving him a window seat where he can catch a breeze. Make sure the windows are closed far enough to prevent daredevil escapes. Park carefully, remembering that temperatures inside a parked car get oven-hot within just a few minutes. You should never leave your pet inside a parked car. If you must leave him in a car always park the car in a cool, shady spot. Leave two or more windows open to allow air to circulate (but not so wide that he can jump out.) And don't ever leave him very long.
Dogs and cats that play all day during the cool months may find themselves slowing down when it's hot outside. Don't push them too hard during the summer. Be particularly aware of dogs with dark coats as they get hotter faster. Pets don't know their own limits, and can overheat quickly. We have to know when to put the brakes on them. Most dogs and cats will naturally eat less during the summer months, so don't be alarmed if your pets appetite falls off a little bit. Pets don't expend as much energy keeping their bodies warm, so they need less food. When the temperatures rise take your pet to the groomer for a summer haircut. While a long coat may look hot, in many cases the coat helps insulate the pet and keeps him cooler. It's okay to give them a slight trim. Just don't give him a buzz cut unless that's his normal style.
Is it too hot to take my dog along today?
Common sense tells most people that leaving their pet inside a parked vehicle on a hot, summer day could be dangerous after an extended period of time. But most people don't realize that the temperature can skyrocket after just a few minutes. Parking in the shade or leaving the windows cracked does little to alleviate this pressure cooker.

On a warm, sunny day windows collect light, trapping heat inside the vehicle, and pushing the temperature inside to dangerous levels. On an 85-degree Fahrenheit day, for example, the temperature inside a car with the windows opened slightly can reach 102 degrees within ten minutes. After 30 minutes, the temperature will reach 120 degrees. At 110 degrees, pets are in danger of heatstroke. On hot and humid days, the temperature in a car parked in direct sunlight can rise more than 30 degrees per minute, and quickly become lethal.

Pets, more so than humans, are susceptible to overheating. While people can roll down windows, turn on the air conditioner or exit the vehicle when they become too hot, pets cannot. And pets are much less efficient at cooling themselves than people are.

Dogs, for example, are designed to conserve heat. Their sweat glands, which exist on their nose and the pads of their feet, are inadequate for cooling during hot days. Panting and drinking water helps cool them, but if they only have overheated air to breathe, dogs can suffer brain and organ damage after just 15 minutes. Short-nosed breeds, like pugs and bulldogs, young pets, seniors or pets with weight, respiratory, cardiovascular or other health problems are especially susceptible to heat-related stress.

In case of an emergency, it's important to be able to identify the symptoms of heat stress caused by exposure to extreme temperatures. Check the animal for signs of heavy panting, glazed eyes, a rapid heartbeat, restlessness, excessive thirst, lethargy, fever, dizziness, lack of coordination, profuse salivation, vomiting, a deep red or purple tongue, and unconsciousness.

If the animal shows symptoms of heatstroke, take steps to gradually lower her body temperature immediately. Follow these tips, and it could save her life:

Move the animal into the shade or an air-conditioned area.
Apply ice packs or cold towels to her head, neck, and chest or immerse her in cool (not cold) water.
Let her drink small amounts of cool water or lick ice cubes.
Take her directly to a veterinarian.
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