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Winter can be a tough time of year for the dogs in our lives, especially the senior dogs.

Does your dog love the winter months or would they prefer to be indoors in the warmth?

The meteorological first day of winter is 1st December. We would like to share our Top Tips in providing the best care to keep your dog safe and well during the winter months.

Coating Up On Walks ❄⛄

<aside> ❄️ Myth Buster - there is a myth that "dogs have a coat of fur and can tolerate the cold better than humans." This isn’t necessarily true as like us, our dogs are used to the warmth of indoor shelter. Cold weather can be as tough for them as it is for us!

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It's important to make sure your dog is wrapped up warmly on cold, wet days during outdoor exercise in winter.

Consider the senior dog, as well as the younger dog, arthritic dog and dogs with a single coat of fur such as the Greyhound or Whippet. These dogs particularly need to wear a coat to keep their joints and muscles warm.

An ideal coat should be the correct size and well-fitted to the individual dog. It needs to reach from the neck to the base of the tail and protect the chest and abdomen. However it should not restrict forelimb movement or be so long that the dog trips over it!

Coats with built in front legs can be quite tricky to fit on the senior dog, arthritic dog or a long legged breed. Consider the option of a coat with a zippered back for easier fitting.