Keep your animals safe a warm with these Winter Pet Tips

During the winter you need to take special care of your cat and dog, these months can be especially hard on them.   Here are some tips to keep you pet safe during the winter when the temperature drops:

Keep your pets feet soft and supple, many of the ice melt products can be especially harsh for your pets paws.   You can keep your dogs paws softened with baby oil, cooking spray or dog boots during the winter months.   You also want to be sure they your pet does not ingest any of this ice melt, which can be very hard on their digestive tract.

A dog jacket is great for the winter

Short haired dogs are especially fragile when it comes to the cold.   If you pet is going to be outside for long durations when the temperature drops consider purchasing a pet jacket - which will help keep them nice and toasty.

Put all antifreeze up high - this product has a taste that animals love.   If you think your dog or cat has drank antifreeze call you vet immediately.   Even prolonged licking of an antifreeze drip from your car can be enough to cause problems.

If you have a dog house be sure it is not to big.   Smaller houses can hold more heat from their bodies.   Also straw or hay tends to be the best bedding material because it does not hold the cold inside the fibers like a blanket would.

With a few simple tips you can keep your pet healthy and safe all winter!