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01/10/2025
❄️🐾 Winter Care Tips 🐾❄️
Hey Zippy Pets fam! With the snowy weather rolling in, we wanted to share a few simple ways to keep your pets safe and happy during the winter season. These are tips that we personally use and they make all the difference! 🤗
1️⃣ Wipe Their Paws: After a walk or playtime, take a moment to clean your pet’s paws. Ice, snow, and salt can cause irritation, and nobody wants sore paw pads! 😖
2️⃣ Cozy Layers: If your dog has short fur or tends to shiver outside, a good coat can help keep them warm. Not every pup is built for the cold and that’s okay! 🧥
3️⃣ Keep It Quick: On freezing days, limit outdoor time to avoid frostbite or hypothermia especially for smaller dogs or those who aren’t used to the cold. Watch for signs like shivering or lifting their paws🐾
4️⃣ Hydration: Even in cold weather, your pets need plenty of water! Make sure they have fresh water available and try to stop them from eating too much snow (as cute as it is!) ⛄️
5️⃣ Weather Check: If it’s icy, snowing, or bitterly cold, adjust outdoor time to keep your pet safe. Sometimes a quick potty break and extra indoor snuggles are the way to go 🥰
🐶 How are your pets enjoying the winter weather? Drop a comment or tag us in your cozy or snowy pics, we would love to see them! 🩵
