Chill out: Suzy Azalea explains methods to keep your dog warm in winter

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Suzy Azalea knows that the winter season can be harsh on animals. An independent dog breeder and trainer, she has seen her fair share of dog owners who are confused with which ways to care for their beloved pets when the cold sets in. While covering one's dog with a blanket is helpful, there are many other ways to keep one's prized canines feeling nice and cozy when the season of frost sets in.

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• Outside dogs will need copious amounts of hay in their doghouses. This is done in order to prevent the pads of their feet from coming into direct contact with ice or snow.


• Inside dogs benefit the most from snuggling under a blanket during winter. Suzy Azalea explains that as they are used to living in a nice, warm environment, they cannot be placed outside for very long in winter weather. Doing so will result in them easily freezing to death or getting pneumonia.


• Keeping your pet’s heavy fur brushed is also important at this time. That prevents the forming of knots, which bare the dog's skin to the elements and could possibly pull hard enough to tear the skin loose.


• Small, short-haired dogs like chihuahuas and rat-terriers need special attention as they have very little built-in natural protection.

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