{"id":2028,"date":"2017-02-03T17:32:28","date_gmt":"2017-02-03T17:32:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.tails.com\/?p=2028"},"modified":"2022-03-30T13:59:58","modified_gmt":"2022-03-30T12:59:58","slug":"how-to-keep-a-cold-dog-warm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tails.com\/blog\/how-to-keep-a-cold-dog-warm\/","title":{"rendered":"How to keep a cold dog warm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As the cold weather continues, we\u2019re piling on the layers to wrap up warm. The last thing we want is to be freezing cold while we go about our daily business. It\u2019s not just us humans who feel the cold, our dogs can feel the chill too. Here are 7 ways to keep your dog warm:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><b>Jackets and jumpers<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p>As well as giving your dog the opportunity to make a fashion statement, jackets and jumpers are great for keeping warm. Make sure any clothing you purchase is a good fit for your dog, as well as warm and soft. Some jumpers are much harder to put on than others, so for dogs who aren\u2019t so flexible, look for clothing with buttons or velcro tabs.<\/p>\n<p><b><b>Warm beds and blankets<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p>During the winter months, a cosy bed is the ultimate haven to retreat to. Invest in a warm bed with plenty of comfy blankets and try to keep it in a place away from any draughts.<\/p>\n<p><b><b>Waterproof coats<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If your dog really doesn\u2019t like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tails.com\/2016\/11\/04\/the-great-british-weather-challenge-getting-your-dog-to-go-out-in-the-rain\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">going out in the rain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, a waterproof coat can prevent them from noticing the rain falling on their skin and coat. A coat will also keep your dog dry and add an extra layer of warmth.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2031\" src=\"http:\/\/tails.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/snapseed-1.jpg\" alt=\"Snapseed.jpg\" width=\"3914\" height=\"3024\"><b><b>Keep fur longer<\/b><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Your dog\u2019s fur is their source of warmth during the winter, so when it\u2019s cold, try to keep it as long as possible. Make sure you brush their coat thoroughly, as matted hair doesn\u2019t insulate a dog from the cold as well and is less efficient at keeping out snow and rain.<\/p>\n<p><b><b>Minimise the amount of baths<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p>In colder weather, it takes a lot longer for a wet dog to dry. Try to minimise the amount of baths you give your dog and when bathing, do so indoors with warm water and dry your dog thoroughly as soon as you can.<\/p>\n<p><b><b>Increase exercise in the home to avoid longer walks<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p>Even if the weather outside is frightful, your dog still needs both physical and mental exercise! Mental stimulation is just as important for your dog as physical exercise is, and is key to their mental development throughout their life. If it\u2019s too cold for the two of you to head out on a long walk, try bringing some exercises indoors with some homemade obstacle courses and running up and down the stairs.<\/p>\n<p><b><b>Don\u2019t be tempted to overfeed<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s tempting to feed extra food in colder weather to help your dog keep warm, but it&#8217;s an easy route to weight gain, especially if your dog is spending less time exercising outside.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It\u2019s also worth noting that during the winter months, dogs are more prone to illnesses and respiratory infections, so keep an eye out for any changes in health conditions. If your dog seems to be especially cold, check their ear tips and tail tips. If the tips look and feel cold, this could be a sign that frostbite has occurred. In this case, wrap your dog up in blankets and towels to warm them gradually and head over to see your vet as soon as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The cold weather affects us all, even our furry friends. 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