{"id":56,"date":"2022-12-07T12:38:27","date_gmt":"2022-12-07T20:38:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.orovilleanimalhealthcenter.com\/blog\/?p=56"},"modified":"2022-12-07T12:38:28","modified_gmt":"2022-12-07T20:38:28","slug":"warm-cozy-winter-pet-safety-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orovilleanimalhealthcenter.com\/blog\/warm-cozy-winter-pet-safety-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Warm, Cozy, Winter Pet Safety Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The weather has the power to change our behavior, improve well-being, and add layers of meaning to any time spent outdoors, but it can also simply be something that we have to deal with. This is evident in the middle winter as we slog through just for the reward of eventually reaching spring. Our pets may not alter their behavioral patterns or habits as much as we do, but that doesn\u2019t mean they aren\u2019t vulnerable to the season\u2019s whims. Protect your pet from various external hazards with our winter pet safety tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Staying Warm(ish)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Despite not having the worst winter weather in the country, our local pets can still get chilled. If they are exposed to cold pavement, frost, ice, or ice-melt chemicals, take steps to rinse their paws in lukewarm water and dry off with a clean towel. Their skin on their paw pads can crack or break, leading to pain and even infection. There are natural wax products that can soothe dry skin and aid the healing process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

No Drafts or Chills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The colder months can worsen symptoms of osteoarthritis<\/a>. Take care of an aging or senior pet by providing a self-warming, orthopedic bed. Place it in a warm area far from windows or doorways. Reduce slips or falls by installing non-slip surfaces around the house, ramps, or pet stairs. Some types of pet booties give senior pets more confidence and comfort when they go outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shorter Days<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Chances are, your pet\u2019s daily walk<\/a> will occur near dawn or dusk. With shortened daylight hours, outfit your pet with a comfortable sweater or vest, booties, and a light affixed to their collar or leash. Shorten their time outside if they begin to show signs of discomfort, or break up walks throughout the day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Poisoning Risks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While out and about, be sure that your pet doesn\u2019t sample any antifreeze gathered in ground puddles. If you have this product in your garage, securely store it and clean up any leaks on the garage floor or driveway. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The holidays are simply full of potential poisoning risks to our pets, most of which are found in the kitchen or around the table, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n