Advice from the Guide Dog dept: Looking after your Guide Dog during winter (Photo: A man walks down a pavement, away from the camera. There is some fog, the trees are bare, and he wears gloves and a hat.) shivering through the end of June, so Victoria’s certainly a few things to consider when thinking about there’s keeping your Guide Dog snug and healthy over winter. Winter wellness: Has your Guide Dog had his/her annual health check-up? Cold weather may worsen some medical conditions such as arthritis. Your Guide Dog should be examined by a vet at least once a year, and it's as good a time as any to get him/her checked out to make sure (s)he is ready and as healthy as possible for cold weather. Know the limits: If very cold and damp, you may it’s need to shorten your walks to protect you both from weather-associated health risks. Check your Guide Dog's paws more frequently for signs of cold-weather injury or damage, such as cracked paw pads or bleeding, as they can dry out and get more fragile, a bit like how humans get chapped lips. Provide a snug sleeping spot, indoors: Your Guide Dog will prefer a comfortable sleeping place, raised or
Advice from the Guide Dog dept: Looking after your Guide Dog during winter (Photo: A man walks down a pavement, away from the camera. There is some fog, the trees are bare, and he wears gloves and a hat.) Victoria’s certainly shivering through the end of June, so there’s a few things to consider when thinking about keeping your Guide Dog snug and healthy over winter. Winter wellness: Has your Guide Dog had his/her annual health check-up? Cold weather may worsen some medical conditions such as arthritis. Your Guide Dog should be examined by a vet at least once a year, and it's as good a time as any to get him/her checked out to make sure (s)he is ready and as healthy as possible for cold weather. Know the limits: If it’s very cold and damp, you may need to shorten your walks to protect you both from weather-associated health risks. Check your Guide Dog's paws more frequently for signs of cold-weather injury or damage, such as cracked paw pads or bleeding, as they can dry out and get more fragile, a bit like how humans get chapped lips. Provide a snug sleeping spot, indoors: Your Guide Dog will prefer a comfortable sleeping place, raised or