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Prevent pain Prevent dogs well before going for a walk on the snow
Winter time: oil the dog before a snow walk
Although the weather is still relatively mild, snow is expected to fall nationwide in Germany soon. Dog owners, who then go for a walk with their companion, should first oil the animal. This can save the dog uncomfortable pain.
Annoying snowflakes in dog fur
Although most citizens wished for the white splendor already at Christmas, but nothing came of it. But according to meteorologists, it should soon be ready. If dog owners then go on a snow walk, they should oil their animals before. Because when walking in the snow, annoying lumps often form in the dog's coat. Such snow clumps can be really painful for the four-legged friends, reports the magazine "A heart for animals" (January 2015 issue). Above all, the area around the ears and neck are at risk.
Oil before the walk
Ideally, dog owners bow forward in good time. According to a message from the dpa news agency, when it's snowing, they can oil the fur at the sensitive spots. This works with Vaseline, edible oil or a greasy hand cream. The sometimes unpleasant lumps arise when the warm dog body comes into contact with snow. The crystals combine with the animal's coat hair and clump together. The snow lumps become heavier and more unpleasant the longer the dog walks around with them.
Although the weather is still relatively mild, snow is expected to fall nationwide in Germany soon. Dog owners, who then go for a walk with their companion, should first oil the animal. This can save the dog uncomfortable pain.
Annoying snowflakes in dog fur
Although most citizens wished for the white splendor already at Christmas, but nothing came of it. But according to meteorologists, it should soon be ready. If dog owners then go on a snow walk, they should oil their animals before. Because when walking in the snow, annoying lumps often form in the dog's coat. Such snow clumps can be really painful for the four-legged friends, reports the magazine "A heart for animals" (January 2015 issue). Above all, the area around the ears and neck are at risk.
Oil before the walk
Ideally, dog owners bow forward in good time. According to a message from the dpa news agency, when it's snowing, they can oil the fur at the sensitive spots. This works with Vaseline, edible oil or a greasy hand cream. The sometimes unpleasant lumps arise when the warm dog body comes into contact with snow. The crystals combine with the animal's coat hair and clump together. The snow lumps become heavier and more unpleasant the longer the dog walks around with them.
When pets catch a cold
In addition to the sometimes painful lumps, the dogs are sometimes threatened with a cold. As with other animals, masters and mistresses have to know what to do when our pets get colds. Very important to know: Medicines for humans can be harmful to health for chilled animals. If the owners are not sure what to do, it is best to see a vet. Especially a dog cough needs an investigation. But you should not be deterred from a nice walk because of a possible cold. (Ad)