Keeping Your Dog Warm in winter

The chilling, cold winter season can be pretty harsh for your dog if he does not have the proper gear to protect him and fight the cold nights. Keeping them warm is essential especially when the temperature drops zero.Certain breeds of dogs are more affected by the cold than others, particularly older pets and/or those that endure ailments such as arthritis.

Below are some ways you can keep your dog safe during the winter season:

• Get your pet a dog coat that will keep him warm whether he’s just staying indoors or is playing outside. If he is going outside with you into the snow, it’s advisable to opt for dog coats that have a waterproof nylon covering.

• Keeping your dog indoors does not automatically mean that he doesn’t feel cold. So it is also important to purchase dog beds that are at least 3 inches off the cold floor to avoid drafts. Low platforms made of an aluminum frame or light wood with canvass stretched over are suitable for your pet.

• If your dog spends most of his time outdoors, make sure that you provide him proper housing. His dog house should have proper insulation, heater and a slope roof if he is expected to stay there.

• Dogs use up more calories during winter when they try to stay warm. This is important especially if he stays outside. Access to clean, fresh water at all times is also essential since snow and ice are not appropriate for hydration.

• Dogs regulate temperature through their tongue and the soles of their feet so having booties on can help them feel warm especially when they walk on snow. This also helps protect them from salt and other products that are used to melt ice.

• Of course, don’t forget to give your dog the occasional belly rub and special treat. Nothing warms your dog’s heart more than special attention and delicious food.






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A New Bed for a Fully Grown Dog

You need to focus on the following areas when you need a new bed for a fully grown dog:

Bed Size: It is always important to get the correct size of a dog bed for your pet. It is important as a dog spends 70 -75% of its life on its beds. There is different method used by the dogs when they sleeps. So need to take this point consideration when you choosing a dog bed.You should have larger bed than your dog, then you dog can do anything on the bed. If you want then you make the size smaller by adding blankets into it.
Dog Bed Shape: As I said above that there is different styles that dogs likes to sleep. So if your dog likes stretch out then the best option to choose the right beds for your dog is "Dog Mattress" or a rectangular shaped dog bed. If they like to curl up then the best solutions is "oval or round dog bed".

Dog Bed Material: Other vital point during dog bed selection 'material'.Most of them are filled with foam. Nowadays 'bean bags' are most popular one.There is lots of new dog beds like 'memory foam dog beds ' which is good one for dog for arthritis, bone or muscular problems.

Choosing a Bed for a New Puppy

There are so many options out there when you are looking for a bed for a new puppy.But the question is where do you start for it?

When you bring a new puppy at your home, then be sure about that he feels safe & secure. It is always important as they have left their mom first time and will be very scared. So you should have a nice bed which will definitely reduce the anxiety of puppy.

There is so many beds are out there to handle this kind of situation. A popular one are "First Bed" which can increase in size as puppy grows. This kind of bed has a pocket where you can put a heatpad or a ticking clock to make the puppy feel safe & secure.

And be sure that you have taken a blanket with you when you go to collect your puppy so can rub this all over the mother and place it in the bed, actually this method gives a familiar smell to the puppy when they are in their "First Bed".