Alaskan Malamute

       Winter has arrived. As temperatures drop, you can wear thick down jackets to keep warm, but what about dogs? Can their fur alone resist the cold? Are they afraid of the cold like us? Should I put clothes on my dog? If you want to know the answers, try the following little test.

      1. What type of dog do you have?

      A. Small short-haired dog  1 point

      B. Small long-haired dog  2 points

      C. Medium short-haired dog  2 points

      D. Medium long-haired dog  3 points

      E. Large short-haired dog  3 points

      F. Large long-haired dog  4 points

      2. What age group does your dog belong to?

      A. Innocent childhood  1 point

      B. Energetic youth  4 points

      C. Middle-aged  3 points

      D. Elderly  2 points

      3. Where do you and your dog live?

      A. Humid south  1 point

      B. Warm central region  2 points

      C. Dry northwest  3 points

      D. Cold north  4 points

      4. What is your dog’s body condition?

      A. Slim and delicate  1 point

      B. Golden ratio  2 points

      C. Slightly chubby  3 points

      D. Okay, it’s fat  4 points

      5. Where does your dog like to sleep recently?

      A. In heated places  1 point

      B. In sunny spots or likes sleeping with people  2 points

      C. In its own kennel  3 points

      D. Anywhere  4 points

      6. What is your dog’s sleeping posture?

      A. Curled into a ball, protecting head and belly  1 point

      B. Lying on its bed or blanket  2 points

      C. On its side  3 points

      D. Changing various sleep postures freely  4 points

      7. If you call your dog after it’s in its bed, it will?

      A. Not willing to respond  1 point

      B. Occasionally get up  2 points

      C. Immediately come to you  3 points

      D. Come immediately and play with you  4 points

      Test Results:

      Score 24-28: You don’t have to worry about your dog being afraid of the cold at all. Its cold resistance is much stronger than yours, and even when going out together, it doesn’t have to be bundled up like you.

      Score 18-23: Your dog can feel the weather getting colder, but it’s not particularly afraid of the cold. Even without heating at home, it won’t shiver. If the sun is shining and the owner can take it out, winter can be spent happily.

      Score 10-17: Your dog is afraid of the cold, but as long as the owner keeps it warm and protected, it can happily get through winter. It’s best not to walk your dog early morning or late evening; midday when the sun is high is optimal.

      Score below 10: Your dog is very afraid of the cold. If there’s no heating at home, add several layers of padding to its bed. Also, prepare some clothes to help keep your dog warm. As for going out, it’s best to wait until the weather warms up.