Winter Warmers
Winter Warming Tips
We have some great and simple tips on keeping your pet warm and healthy during the cooler months.
Good Exercise
Keep your pet warm and healthy during winter and prevent any extra kilos creeping on with plenty of exercise.
Regular Health Checks
Don’t forget to take your furry friend to the vet for a winter health check-up. Older pets in particular are susceptible to chilly temperatures and you may notice them start to slow down over the next few months.
Fresh Water
Pets still require plenty of fresh water in winter especially when they are spending time indoors as the heating can dehydrate them quickly. If you live in a particularly cold area, be sure to check your pet’s water bowl regularly to make sure that it has not iced over.
Warm and Comfy Bedding
Now is the time to reconsider where to house your pet overnight. If your pet sleeps outside, provide them with a warm place to sleep and rest utilizing thicker bedding, warm jackets and even microwavable heat pillows if necessary.
Maintain Grooming Regime
Don’t forget your pet still needs to be groomed during the winter months as well as the summer ones. Many pet parents leave their dogs and cats coats to grow long over winter in an attempt to keep them warm but this can lead to some skin problems, matting and long hours of brushing and trying to get those knots out. Ensure that your pet is comfortable and continue to get them clipped to a manageable length.
Diet
Avoid overfeeding your fur baby over the winter months as they may not be able to burn off the additional calories.
Winter Warming Tips
We have some great and simple tips on keeping your pet warm and healthy during the cooler months.
Good Exercise
Keep your pet warm and healthy during winter and prevent any extra kilos creeping on with plenty of exercise.
Regular Health Checks
Don’t forget to take your furry friend to the vet for a winter health check-up. Older pets in particular are susceptible to chilly temperatures and you may notice them start to slow down over the next few months.
Fresh Water
Pets still require plenty of fresh water in winter especially when they are spending time indoors as the heating can dehydrate them quickly. If you live in a particularly cold area, be sure to check your pet’s water bowl regularly to make sure that it has not iced over.
Warm and Comfy Bedding
Now is the time to reconsider where to house your pet overnight. If your pet sleeps outside, provide them with a warm place to sleep and rest utilizing thicker bedding, warm jackets and even microwavable heat pillows if necessary.
Maintain Grooming Regime
Don’t forget your pet still needs to be groomed during the winter months as well as the summer ones. Many pet parents leave their dogs and cats coats to grow long over winter in an attempt to keep them warm but this can lead to some skin problems, matting and long hours of brushing and trying to get those knots out. Ensure that your pet is comfortable and continue to get them clipped to a manageable length.
Diet
Avoid overfeeding your fur baby over the winter months as they may not be able to burn off the additional calories.