It is winter, even if it doesn’t seem that way anymore. Perhaps soon a snowy winter landscape to linger in the clear and fresh air. As the outside temperatures drop, the chances of seeing the white splendor increase. While we humans protect ourselves with warm clothing and lined boots, the focus is on our beloved four-legged friends in winter on other things. A healthy immune system is also an important protection for dogs and cats to withstand the effects of snow and ice. In today's blog post, we explain what else you should look out for in winter.
Eating snow, unhealthy for dogs and cats
Once winter has arrived, the sofa at home becomes a cozy place for all family members. outside it is freezing cold , our beloved four-legged friends also enjoy
- the cozy warmth,
- numerous caresses
- and the close togetherness
with their favorite people.
But with all the love for the cuddle place, Of course, exercise in the fresh air is a must . Depending on the weather, the activities in nature can be fantastically beautiful or rather uncomfortable and marked by snowfall, rain or storms.
If you have a four-legged pet, you know that most Dogs and cats love snow . Unfortunately, they don’t just like it for romping and playing. Many dogs and cats tend to Eating snow or biting into it . This behavior should be stopped immediately if possible, because the Consumption of snow can make you very sick .
It doesn’t matter whether
- the snow is still untouched,
- enriched with salt litter
- or has been treated with other chemicals.
Consuming snow is unhealthy just by its frosty consistency. Treated snow can of course be much more dangerous than untouched snow . Consumption may cause discomfort and severely irritated stomach and throat mucous membranes Snow, and especially the ice crystals it contains, can also lead to Injuries and sometimes severe inflammation of the gums your dog or cat.
It's cold outside: How to protect your dog or cat in winter
Contrary to what was previously assumed, it is not the case that pets that live indoors, such as dogs and cats, have an increased nutrient requirement during the cold season. Since most of our pets live indoors and are fed a balanced diet regularly – all year round – they need in winter no particularly energy-rich food .
An exception to this are pets that are exposed to freezing temperatures during the cold season and for a longer period of time. Very old, weakened animals or pets without an undercoat can also sometimes have an increased energy requirement. To support your dog or cat's immune system all year round , you should A wholesome and vitamin-rich diet and plenty of exercise are the things that will help you here. our new feed additives for basic care.
Paw and pad care for dogs and cats
Salted roads, snow and ice can be very hard on the paws of your beloved four-legged friend in winter. But even without snow and ice, the particularly cold temperatures that winter brings can The paw pads of dogs and cats are subject to a lot of strain . Make sure that the fur in these sensitive areas is not too long.
Check after every walk with your dog or after letting your cat outside the paws of your favorite. Remove ice, snow and dirt with a warm, damp cloth. If you minor injuries sift, clean the wounds with our special antibacterial wound cleansing solution using our emmi®-pet skin care sets .
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