The extreme cold during winter can be damaging to your pet’s skin. Exposure to the dry cold air, snow, and sleet can make your dog’s skin itchy, chapped, and flaking. Here are some tips to protect your dog’s skin against the risks associated with cold weather:
After an outdoor excursion, towel dry your pet making sure his feet and in between the paws are free of any moisture. Maintaining high humidity inside your home can also make your dog more comfortable after a walk outdoors.
If you have a long-haired dogs, trimming their hairs can help minimize de-icing chemicals from clinging on the hair coat.
As much as possible, avoid giving your pooch a bath during winter as this can increase the occurrence of dry, flaky skin. If there is really a need to bathe your pet, ask your animal clinic Burlington, ON for a moisturizing shampoo that you can safely use on your pet.
