01/02/2022
If you have outdoor pets, make sure they have adequate shelter, clean dry straw inside their shelter (and surrounding it as well to keep it insulated) and make sure they have access to clean water and that it does not freeze up.
Be aware of the signs of hypothermia:
Signs of hypothermia:
shivering
lethargy
stiff muscles
pale or gray gums
stumbling or lack of coordination
fixed and dilated pupils
low heart and breathing rates
collapse or even coma
With mild hypothermia your dog is likely to be shivering and appear lethargic. As the hypothermia increases in severity the other symptoms become evident. Your dog becomes increasingly unresponsive as his body goes into heat conservation mode. At this time your dog’s focus will be on keeping his vital organs working by restricting the blood flow from all other parts of the body. If it’s not treated, hypothermia can be fatal.
If you need help with obtaining adequate shelter for your outdoor pet please contact us and we will do everything possible to get that to you right away.
Follow these tips to keep animals safe and comfortable in the cold
