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Winter Hazards: Protecting Your Pup from Hypothermia & Frostbite

December 2, 2015 By Melanie Monteiro Leave a Comment

hypothermia in dogs, winter pet hazards, dog playing in snow

Most dogs love a good romp in the snow or long walk on a frosty day. And for the most part, they’re naturally equipped to tolerate cold temperatures to an impressive degree —especially dense or double-coated breeds like Siberian huskies and Saint Bernards. But there are instances in which prolonged exposure to cold causes a dog’s body temperature to drop dangerously low, resulting in hypothermia. Dogs at a greater risk for hypothermia include those that are small, very young or old, thin coated, have low body fat, health issues (such as heart disease or diabetes), or those that become wet ...

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