In winter, temperatures are low, and short-haired dogs are more sensitive to the cold. Owners should not be lazy and use this as an excuse to skip walking their dogs. Dogs still need walks in winter. How to walk dogs in winter? How to protect dogs' paws when walking them in winter?

First, check your dog's paws before going out to ensure your dog can go for a walk!

1. Regularly check if the dog's nails are too long. If so, grind the nails to prevent them from affecting the dog's running!

2. Besides nails, the hair between the dog's toes also needs important care. Regular trimming of both nails and hair is necessary so it won’t affect the dog's walking!

3. Timely cleaning: If there are stones or dirt between the dog's toes, it will cause inconvenience when walking, so regularly clean your dog's paws!

4. Protecting your dog's paw pads is crucial because when walking dogs in winter, their paws directly contact the cold ground, which can cause frostbite if frequently exposed, so you need to protect the paw pads!

Besides checking your dog's paws before going out, owners should also pay attention to the following points!

First, put clothes on your dog before going out to keep them warm. Also, in winter, replace the metal leash with a non-metal one because metal chains are cold in winter and directly contact the dog's skin, causing discomfort!

Secondly, when choosing a walking route, owners should avoid rough terrains such as gravel or broken glass since snow covers the ground and you cannot see hidden objects. Stick to main roads, and to prevent injury, consider putting boots on your dog!