Winterizing Your Pets

Check outside doghouses for drafts and leaks.
Line the doghouses with straw and make sure the entrance faces away from the wind.
Feed outdoor pets twice as much food as usual and use a heated water bowl. Bring in outdoor pets when the temperature is 0 degrees or below and keep indoor/ outdoor pets contained inside the house if there is a wind-chill or snow advisory.
If your pet has been overly exposed to the harsh cold, check the ears, feet and tail for signs of frostbite. If you notice any swelling or blackening of these areas, bring your pet in for immediate treatment.
Be careful when you start your car. Cats will crawl onto a warm engine, so beep your horn or bang on the hood before starting your engine.
Wipe pets' feet if they have been walking on sidewalks or roads that may have had salt or chemicals used to de-ice them.
Keep antifreeze cleaned up at all times. Animals (and children) will drink antifreeze, which is lethal.