What should we pay attention to for pets in winter?

Winter is already halfway through, and the low temperature continues; humans can add clothes to keep warm, and use air conditioning, floor heating, etc. to keep warm.
So, how should pets spend the winter? What other aspects need attention!

Keep the environment warm
1.Indoor warmth

In winter, the temperature difference between indoor and outdoor is large in the morning and evening, and pets are very likely to catch colds, so it is important to create a warm, clean, comfortable and safe nest for them. I would like to remind everyone that although the heated pet nest sounds very convenient, there have actually been many safety accidents. We can choose a nest of suitable size, easy to clean, soft and comfortable, such as pure cotton material is very good.
2.Keep warm when going out

If you plan to take your pet out, you can put a soft blanket in the airline box to help your pet resist the cold. If you take your pet out by motorcycle or other means of transportation, it is best to put a breathable insulation layer on the outer layer of the airline box, which can play a good windproof role. In addition, there are also particularities in choosing the time to go out. Try to choose a warmer noon period. If time permits, you can also let your pet bask in the sun. For some pets with special physical conditions, such as pregnant dogs, puppies, dogs recovering from illness, and elderly dogs, they can be appropriately dressed to keep warm according to their specific conditions. If they are found to be obviously cold, such as shivering, do not let them stay in the low temperature environment for too long, and take them away as soon as possible to avoid frostbite.

Diet adjustment is particular
1.Reasonable water replenishment

In the cold winter, the activity of pets will be reduced, and the amount of water they drink will also be reduced accordingly. If pets drink too little water, the waste produced by the body cannot be discharged smoothly, and the accumulation in the kidneys will cause a burden. Over time, some pets may suffer from renal failure when they are old, and the urine will become thicker, and bacteria are more likely to infect the bladder and urethra. The incidence of diseases such as bladder stones and urethritis will increase in winter. Therefore, shit shovelers should pay more attention to the urination of pets and the color of urine. If you find that your pet does not like to drink water, we can think of some ways to help them replenish water. You can appropriately increase the proportion of wet food so that they can take in more water while eating. You can also add a little water to the usual dry food to make the food a little moister.
2.Control the amount of food

Pets usually have a better appetite in winter, after all, they need more calories to resist the cold, but they can't be allowed to eat freely at this time, as they are easy to get fat. It is best to feed pets regularly and quantitatively, which has many benefits. On the one hand, by feeding regularly and quantitatively, the shit shoveler can better grasp the appetite of the pet. If the pet's appetite suddenly increases or decreases, we can detect it in time and judge whether there is a problem with its health. On the other hand, feeding regularly and quantitatively can also prevent pets from developing bad habits of picky eating, and can also reduce the situation where food is placed for a long time and causes bacteria to grow.

Don't ignore health maintenance
1.Dealing with soft stool problems

In winter, the temperature difference between morning and evening and inside and outside the nest is large, and pets are easy to catch cold, which leads to soft stools. At this time, in addition to keeping them warm, we can also supplement pets with probiotics to maintain the quality of gastrointestinal flora, which will help pets relieve soft stools to a certain extent.
2.Improve immunity level

When the weather is cold, the immunity of pets may also be affected. With reduced immunity, they are prone to health problems such as colds. So in addition to providing pets with a balanced diet, they should also be allowed to exercise moderately, which can not only help pets maintain a good body shape, but also ensure their vitality and immunity.
3.Pay attention to urinary health

Many pets become less fond of drinking water and moving in winter, which can easily cause urinary problems. If the pet has urinary tract problems, it is necessary to strengthen maintenance in winter, and take care of their urinary tract health in all aspects from emotional stress, urinary tract ecology, mucosal health to urination function. If the pet has no urinary tract problems before, but the owner finds that they have abnormal urination, such as a sudden increase or decrease in the number of urinations, and it looks painful when urinating, etc., then they must be taken to the pet hospital in time, and they must not be careless.
4.Take care of joint health

For those pets who have joint problems, the pain in winter may be more obvious. So if the pet is originally troubled by arthritis, it must be well maintained in winter. We can supplement them with some nutrients needed for joints, such as glucosamine and chondroitin, which can increase the production of synovial fluid, make pets move more smoothly, and reduce the friction between bones, thereby helping to reduce their joint pain. For those pets that have not yet found joint problems, if the owner notices any abnormalities in their daily life, such as walking posture is not right, it seems very strenuous when getting up or lying down, etc., they should also take them to the pet hospital for relevant examinations in time to confirm whether there is a problem with the joints, so as to achieve early detection and early treatment.

Daily Observation Focus

The owners should know that the physical functions of small and medium-sized dogs over 7 years old and large dogs over 5 years old are relatively poor, and they need to pay special attention to their health in winter. Normal and healthy pets are generally in a good mental state, lively and active, and curious about the things around them. If you find that your pet suddenly becomes listless, always sleepy, and has no interest in the toys or snacks that he usually likes to play with, it may be that he is not feeling well. Appetite is also an important observation point. Pets usually eat regularly and their food intake is relatively stable. If their appetite suddenly increases or decreases, or they even become picky or refuse to eat, then pet owners should pay attention to it, as it may be a health problem.
Please take good care of your pets at home.