Winter weather is cold with low temperatures. Puppies are less tolerant of the cold compared to adult dogs, and dogs with shorter fur are also more sensitive to cold. Therefore, owners should prepare items to keep their dogs warm. Here, the editor has compiled precautions for raising dogs in winter and how to take proper warming measures for dog owners to understand.

Different dog breeds have varying abilities to resist the cold. Short-haired dogs are certainly weaker than long-haired dogs. Smaller dogs have relatively poorer cold resistance as well. Dogs with different body shapes also differ in their cold resistance. Dogs with short legs are more prone to catching a chill because their belly is closer to the ground, while dogs with long legs have less blood circulation in their limbs and tend to get cold easily.

Dogs in poor health naturally have weaker body temperature regulation abilities, so they require more warmth. However, do not assume that sled dogs like Huskies are fearless in the cold and can play outdoors endlessly. Regardless of breed, dogs should not stay outside for long periods during cold winter days. If your dog shows signs of lethargy or shivering, you should promptly keep the dog warm and bring it indoors.

1. Be cautious of heated heaters; do not let your dog get too close to heaters or warming devices to avoid burns or scalds.

2. Dress your dog in beautiful clothing — not only does it look cute and tidy, but it also provides good warmth.

3. Prepare a warm little bed for your dog. Do not place the bed in windy areas; it should be able to block cold winds.

4. Provide fresh water and food at appropriate temperatures, not too cold. You can add some nutritional supplements moderately, but do not let your dog become overweight.

5. Observe your dog's physical condition more frequently because some diseases worsen in cold weather. It is best to have your dog checked once a year.