The cold of winter makes people shiver, but for dogs, they don't have the clothes we humans can keep out the cold. Therefore, when walking the dog in winter, we need to pay special attention to some taboos to ensure the health and safety of the dog. Here are five taboos from Winter Dog Walk, and what we should do about it.
1. Avoid suddenly going from warm indoors to cold outdoors.
In the cold winter, the temperature difference between indoor and outdoor is large. If the dog is suddenly taken from a warm indoor to a cold outdoors, it is easy to cause the dog to have heat shock, which will cause a burden on the heart and even be life-threatening.
Solution: Before taking the dog out, open the doors and windows to allow indoor and outdoor air circulation, and gradually let the dog adapt to the low temperature outside. Or choose to take your dog out during periods of warmer temperatures.
2. Do not wear cold-proof clothing for dogs that are afraid of cold.
Although a cold suit can keep your dog warm, for some dogs who are afraid of cold, wearing a cold suit can limit their activities and increase the risk of injury.
Solution: Before taking your dog out, put on comfortable shoes and socks to protect the soles of their feet from frostbite. At the same time, choose the right clothes according to the size and breed of the dog, and avoid being too tight or too loose.
3. Do not take a walk during the time when the temperature plummets.
When the temperature plummets, the water vapor in the air condenses into ice crystals, causing the road surface to freeze and slip. If you take your dog out for a walk during this time, it is easy to have an accident.
Solution: Choose to take your dog out for a walk during the hot and sunny period, and avoid going out in the early morning or evening when the temperature plummets.
4. Avoid strenuous exercise outdoors in the cold.
Strenuous exercise outdoors in the cold can easily lead to fatigue, muscle strain, or injury in dogs.
Solution: When taking your dog out for a walk, avoid letting them do strenuous exercise, and you can choose to walk slowly or trot. At the same time, pay attention to the physical condition of the dog, and if you find that they have symptoms of fatigue or discomfort, stop exercising and rest in time.
5. Do not reluctantly take a dog that is easy to burden the body for a walk.
For some old dogs, puppies, or sick dogs, the cold can easily have adverse effects on the body. If you force them out for a walk, it may worsen the condition or cause other problems.
Solution: Before taking your dog out for a walk, observe their physical and emotional condition. If you notice signs of physical discomfort or emotional instability, stop the walk in time and take them home to rest. At the same time, in winter, it is also necessary to pay attention to providing adequate nutrition and warmth measures for dogs.
Summary: When walking the dog in winter, we need to pay special attention to the above five taboos. By taking appropriate countermeasures and measures, we can ensure the health and safety of our dogs. Let's create a warm and cosy winter for our furry friends together!
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