[Animals] With the cold, is it necessary to put warm clothes on the animals?

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A few weeks before the beginning of winter, many people decide to dress their pets to keep them warm, but the question arises, should we keep dogs and cats warm?

It is already known that pets are a member of the family, and for this reason we seek to give them the best possible comfort. A few weeks before the beginning of winter, many people decide to dress their pets to keep them warm, but the question arises, should we keep dogs and cats warm?

Animals change their hair in each of the seasons to adapt to the weather. Specialists explain that in winter animals develop longer hair that generates a layer of air. When it is cold they bristle to generate an insulating thermal layer that mixes between the hairs of the hairy cover. So the animals are well protected from the cold by their fur.

Pets can only be sheltered in exceptional cases. In the case of dogs, when they are very old or sick, or if it is a breed with a finer or shorter coat.

Regarding cats, due to their lifestyle it is less common that they really need a coat. They usually don't go outside. Rather, they look for warm places such as stoves, blankets or sunny areas.

The Humane Society of Germany explained that it is not convenient to overdress animals or prepare outfits for them as if they were really people.

The specialists assured that nature is wise, and logically, it can be said that the animal's fur is all that is required to protect itself from the cold.

Keeping them inside as long as possible is the best strategy to take care of our winter pets. If the temperature is very low and the animal does not have so much hair, it is convenient to use a blanket to keep it warm during the day and at night.

 

It is advisable to maintain their diet, so they will continue to receive their nutrients and proteins so that they can defend themselves against climatic changes. And do not take pets out into the cold after cleaning them, as the change in temperature can affect their health.

Exercise is good any time of year. Being physically active during the cold season allows pets to warm up and stay healthy.

In the case of adult dogs, during cold seasons they are more likely to feel pain in their bones or joints, since their ability to withstand the cold decreases. Encourage the pet to walk at home, stretching its legs or massaging it.

The immune system of newborns finishes strengthening until they are adults, so during the first few days they will need to be close to their mother to keep them at an adequate temperature, since they will not be able to regulate their body temperature until after a few days. months.

 

Link: https://hoydia.com.ar/mascotas/con-el-frio-es-necesario-ponerles-ropa-de-abrigo-a-los-animales/