Pet Dangers - Cold

Cold weather dangers for your pet in Bloomington IL

Winter and cold weather can be very dangerous for your pet. You need to keep your animal warm and protected. Especially very young and older animals are particularly vulnerable to the dangers of cold. Depending on the type of pet that you have, there are different ways to make sure you keep your furry friend safe during the cold weather. Fairway Knolls Veterinary Hospital is an animal hospital where our veterinarian can answer your questions about the danger to your pet from the cold.

Many pet owners assume because their dog or cat has a thick fur coat that they are safe no matter how cold it gets. This can be very dangerous for your pet especially if they spend a lot of time outdoors. They need to have a place where they are protected and where they can curl up and stay warm. Much as with people, animals are vulnerable to hypothermia and frostbite. Keep track of the temperature in your area, especially places like Bloomington can get very cold even arctic at times and this means that you need to bring in your outdoor pets to keep them from danger.

Some medical conditions such as arthritis worsen in the cold weather. If your pet has arthritis or is elderly, they may have trouble getting around especially if the ground is frozen. Make sure that your animal has a safe place to walk when they are outdoors where they can do their business. You may also want to put shoes on their feet to protect them from getting cut or picking up any harmful chemicals that maybe used on roads or sidewalks. If you have questions about your pet's condition call your local animal hospital.

Before the cold weather hits make sure that your pet has a wellness exam and that your veterinarian checks them out. Animal hospitals like Fairway Knolls Veterinary Hospital in Bloomington IL can make sure that your pet is ready for the winter season and we will make suggestions about just how much time if any at all your pets should spend outside.


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