Green Valley Veterinary Hospital
Please keep yourself and your pets safe this winter.
- Freezing temperatures (32°F/0°C or below) pose severe risks like frostbite, hypothermia, and death to pets, requiring they be kept indoors. If it is too cold for you, it is too cold for them. Limit outdoor time to short bathroom breaks, check paws for ice/salt, and keep, senior or small pets extra warm.
- Key Safety Measures:
- Bring Them Inside: The safest option is bringing pets indoors; if they must stay out, provide insulated, dry, elevated shelter.
- Check Paw Health: Ice, salt, and chemicals can cause injury. Clean paws immediately after walks and use booties if necessary.
- Watch for Hypothermia: Signs include shivering, lethargy, whining, or cold ears/paws. If seen, bring them inside immediately.Prevent Cold-Weather Dangers: Check under car hoods for cats seeking warmth, as they can be injured by fans.
- Water Safety: Ensure outdoor water bowls do not freeze and keep fresh water available, as pets can dehydrate in the cold. If an animal is left outside without proper shelter, contact local authorities, such as the police or animal control, to check on them.
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