{"id":193,"date":"2017-12-19T09:00:26","date_gmt":"2017-12-19T09:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.travall.com\/en-gb\/?p=193"},"modified":"2020-03-04T16:08:57","modified_gmt":"2020-03-04T16:08:57","slug":"7-winter-hazards-is-your-dog-protected","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.travall.com\/en-gb\/7-winter-hazards-is-your-dog-protected\/","title":{"rendered":"7 winter hazards: is your dog protected?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Winter is a season that many consider <\/span>to be<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> their favourite &#8211; the potential for snow to give a magical appearance to the dullest of landscapes, the chance to eat warming soups and stews, ice skating at city centre rinks and of course Christmas.\u00a0 However, <\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">there are some serious winter hazards for dogs that accompany the season. If you&#8217;re a dog owner these are definitely worth <\/span>consideration<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> to try to keep your dog healthy during the winter months. We&#8217;ve highlighted 7 winter hazards for dogs. Is your dog protected?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The cold<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Dogs feel the cold too and are also susceptible to hypothermia and frostbite.\u00a0 Don\u2019t leave your dog outside if temperatures plummet below zero and consider purchasing a coat for dog walks.\u00a0 Dogs can also get too cold in the car.\u00a0 Adding a <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">Travall<a style=\"color: #ff6600;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travall.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Liner<\/a><\/span> allows a comfortable area for them to sit, and providing blankets for them too can take the chill out of a car journey. Symptoms of hypothermia vary ranging from shivering and weakness in mild cases<\/span>,<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> to fixed, dilated pupils and difficulty breathing in more severe cases. Contact your vet immediately if your dog is showing any symptoms of hypothermia.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The rain<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Although some parts of the country have already had some snow this season, it\u2019s not often that the UK is completely inundated with snow in the winter months.\u00a0 In the last few years, inundation with rain has been particularly problematic with many parts of the country experiencing severe flooding.\u00a0 We all hope that we won\u2019t need to evacuate our homes, but it is still wise to have a plan in place for what to do with your dog if you find yourself in that situation.<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>The following list gives suggestions for items to have pre-packed specifically for your dog:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">2-week supply of non-perishable dog food<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Food and water dishes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Blankets<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Pet carrier<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Bedding<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Spare lead<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Medicines<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">First aid kit<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Plastic bags for waste collection<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Photocopies of vaccination details<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Photocopies of microchip details<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">A recent photograph of you with your pet<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Finding a place to stay can be difficult if there are lots of other people evacuating their homes at the same time.\u00a0 If you know that your area can be prone to flooding, try to plan in advance by contacting family or friends that live elsewhere to see if they would be willing to temporarily house you and your pet in such an emergency. If this isn&#8217;t an option, make a list of pet-friendly hotels outside of your area with contact details, to offer a temporary solution until you can make other arrangements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>After a flood, everyone wants to get back to normal as quickly as possible. \u00a0Returning home after a flood can be mentally and physically challenging and depending on the amount of destruction that has been caused, clearing up can be a lengthy process. Where possible, it is better to introduce pets back into the home when hazards have been eradicated.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Antifreeze<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">It\u2019s an essential item to keep our cars running during the colder months, but it is lethal for dogs.\u00a0 Unfortunately, antifreeze has a very sweet taste that dogs (and other animals) find appealing, but just a small amount of this liquid is enough to be fatal.\u00a0 Ensure that any antifreeze stored at your home is well away from the reach of your pets. If you accidentally spill the antifreeze, clean it up immediately with something like cat litter, which will absorb the liquid.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Road grit<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Road grit that is spread on roads by local councils is essentially rock salt, which is a mixture of sodium chloride and grit. \u00a0If your dog licks the salt from his paws after a walk on roads or pavements that have been gritted, it can be toxic.\u00a0 After winter walks <\/span>ensure<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> that paws are washed with water so that there is no salt left to irritate the paws. If you suspect your pet has ingested the grit, <strong><em>do not<\/em><\/strong> induce vomiting in your dog, but seek immediate advice from your vet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Icy pavements<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Slippery road and pavement surfaces are hazardous to humans. \u00a0Pets are also at risk of broken bones and dislocated hips if they fall.\u00a0 It is especially problematic for older dogs, so take care of yourself and your dog if walking in a winter wonderland.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Candles<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">There\u2019s nothing cosier than lighting a few candles on a dark winter night. However, it\u2019s really important to think about the placement of these.\u00a0 Any candles that can be reached by your dog can get knocked over resulting in burns or starting a fire. If your dog has burns, seek assistance from a veterinarian.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Bodies of frozen water<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If the pond at your local park is a favourite destination for your dog, take a little extra care during extremely cold days.\u00a0 If the pond is frozen on top, it can be extremely dangerous for a dog who can fall through the ice and potentially get trapped under the ice in the frigid waters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><em>Information given in this article is not a substitute for advice from a qualified medical professional. \u00a0Please consult your vet for advice specific to your dog.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Winter is a season that many consider to be their favourite &#8211; the potential for snow to give a magical appearance to the dullest of landscapes, the chance to eat warming soups and stews, ice skating at city centre rinks and of course Christmas.\u00a0 However, there are some serious winter hazards for dogs that accompany &hellip;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.travall.com\/en-gb\/7-winter-hazards-is-your-dog-protected\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">7 winter hazards: is your dog protected?<\/span>Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":198,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[47],"tags":[38,108,823],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v14.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>7 winter hazards for dogs to avoid: is your dog protected?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Winter is a wonderful season, but are you aware of the winter hazards for dogs? 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