The winter holidays are a time of conviviality with family or friends, and it’s even nicer when you can share them with your pet! 30millionsdamis.fr informs you of the precautions you must take to enjoy the snow with your dog.
Our video tips for safely transporting your pet in the snow!
Sporty, small, large, dark, light… every dog has its needs when it comes to the cold: here are some basic tips to make your stay in winter sports easier.
Before you set off on your snow holiday
In the snow, you must protect your pet even before you set off! It is necessary to trim the hair between and under your dog’s pads (ask your groomer for this) to avoid snow accumulation that can cause burns or injuries.
To protect the bottom of the paws, you can use a cream (spray or ointment) that forms a protective film or hardens and makes the pads more resistant. Apply daily a week before the holidays.
D-Day in the mountains
In the mountains, reverberation is important and dogs are as sensitive to it as we are. As for your eyes, you should avoid exposing them too much to radiation, which could ultimately lead to eye problems. In addition, for areas of skin with little pigmentation (belly, inner thighs, ears and nose in certain breeds), you must use the total screen (index 50).
Depending on the animal, it may need to be covered to prevent it from getting cold, so plan to make or buy a coat for it.
After each outing, systematically rinse your dog’s paws to remove snow and salt residue and check for splinters or frostbite.
Stop your pet from eating snow! It can make him sick and weaken his digestive tract. If your dog experiences diarrhea or vomiting, go to the vet urgently.
Finally, you should keep your pet on a leash near the slopes, as a collision can quickly occur…
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