{"id":408,"date":"2022-01-04T09:56:25","date_gmt":"2022-01-04T16:56:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/bozeman-dog-training\/?p=408"},"modified":"2024-07-29T00:45:19","modified_gmt":"2024-07-29T06:45:19","slug":"does-my-dog-need-winter-boots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/bozeman-dog-training\/does-my-dog-need-winter-boots\/","title":{"rendered":"Does My Dog Need Winter Boots"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the winter weather, you might find yourself dressing heavier with thicker coats, thicker socks, and thicker boots. You might also be finding yourself progressively more worried about your dog. They\u2019re your best friend so you want to make sure that they\u2019re just as ready as you are, but if you\u2019ve never dressed them for cold weather you might have some questions about the kind of supplies they need. Like, does your dog need winter boots? Let us guide you through your journey.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Beneficial Booties<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booties have a variety of benefits, aside from just generally being cute. They protect your dog&#8217;s paws from the wet, frigid snow, and provide an insulating layer so that they can stay warm for longer periods. They also protect your buddy&#8217;s paws from any chemical\/salt burns. Remember, your city might be conscious of melting the ice for <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">but those chemicals can really hurt your dog. Booties provide that barrier. They also work in the heat. As we know, asphalt can get hot and if it burns your hands then it&#8217;s burning them too. Wearing booties acts the same way for them as shoes work for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Is my dog actually cold?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, your dog gets cold. There are some breeds &#8211; like Huskies &#8211; that can tolerate it more, but dogs <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">get cold. Here are a few telltale signs that your dog is getting chilly:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They\u2019re dancing in the snow. That sounds funny, but here\u2019s what it means. When your dog\u2019s paws start to get too cold it can become painful, so they\u2019ll start picking their paws up from the ground in an attempt to give themselves a break.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your dog shivers, just like you. They might not chatter their teeth in the cold, but their bodies will start shaking. If you notice that, then it might be<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/north-baltimore-dog-training\/fun-dog-stuff\/does-my-dog-need-a-coat\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> time to look into a jacket<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, too.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>The Verdict<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you should buy your dog some booties. Aside from all the benefits we\u2019ve discussed so far, there are a lot of things that can happen if their paws get too cold. Their footpads can dry out and crack without protection, which can cause them to develop a nasty skin infection. They are also susceptible to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.akc.org\/expert-advice\/health\/can-dogs-get-frostbite\/#:~:text=The%20simple%20answer%20is%20yes,falls%20below%2032%20degrees%20Fahrenheit.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">frostbite<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, just like you, which can lead to hyperthermia &#8211; a condition that can be fatal to dogs. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weather <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or not (pun intended!) your dog is a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dogtime.com\/dog-breeds\/characteristics\/tolerates-cold-climates\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cold-weather breed<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you should buy them winter boots so that they can stay safe and comfortable throughout the season.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Winter Paw Care<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aftercare and preventative measures go a long way in the winter. So, even if you plan to buy booties you should keep these tips in mind.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep them moisturized. If you\u2019ve ever noticed your own lips get cracked in the frigid air then you should know that the same can happen to your buddy. Make sure to keep their paws and nose moisturized at all times. This prevents cracking and infections. You can use paw wax (we recommend <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homesalive.ca\/dog\/clothes\/musher-s-secret-paw-protection-wax.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Musher\u2019s Secret<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) or an all-natural alternative like coconut oil. Just make sure that you use dog-safe products in case they lick themselves.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/houston-dog-training\/tips-for-trimming-your-dogs-nails\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep their nails trimmed, too<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If the nails are too long, you risk them getting caught in the fabric of the boot. This could either rip the boot &#8211; or worse, break their nail. Keeping up with nail care prevents painful breaks and infections, so make sure you pay attention.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the winter weather, you might find yourself dressing heavier with thicker coats, thicker socks, and thicker boots. You might also be finding yourself progressively more worried about your dog. 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