Tip of the Week Dry skin, winter weight gain and the common cold
- humans aren't the only ones to struggle with winter woes. Cold
weather can affect our pets' health, too. While you can put in
some extra time on the treadmill and layer up for the cold
weather, pets rely on their human companions to help them stay
healthy all year long. As temperatures drop and snow starts to
fall, keep these simple safety tips in mind to help keep your
pets safe and healthy this winter: - Dress to impress ... and
stay warm. With thick coats and hardy constitutions, some animal
breeds are made to stand up to Old Man Winter. But most domestic
dogs will feel the cold, so it makes sense to outfit them for
the weather. Sweaters, booties and other winter essentials
aren't just fashionable, they're functional; they can help
protect your four-legged friends from extreme cold, snow and
ice. Keeping ID tags up to date and secure on your pet's collar
is also a crucial part of any pet's winter wardrobe. Dogs
especially can lose their way