Winter essentials are not just for humans. Your pets also need to keep warm during the colder months of the year, whether you have a dog, a cat or a horse! Find out what you need to get in order to keep your baby warm and toasty in winter.
10 Winter Essentials To Keep Your Pet Warm And Cozy
1. Warm Sweater and Coat
Dogs and cats with short hair need to have coats and sweaters in their winter essentials. Knitted sweaters can help keep them warm in the cold months if they stay inside the house. If you plan on going out for a walk, however, it’s best to get your pet a hooded jacket or a windbreaker especially designed to keep their bodies warm. Look for a waterproof and windproof jacket for your furry friend for better protection against the elements.
2. Winter Boots
Another winter essential for your four-legged friend is winter boots. Like the cold air, the ground also turns ice cold during winter. Protect your pet’s feet from hypothermia with winter boots or shoes. With footwear, you can continue to bring them out with daily walks and exercise without any worries. Choose boots that aren’t just waterproof but are anti-skid as well.
3. Pet Scarf
Scarves aren’t just for humans. They can keep dogs and cats warm during cold days as well. In fact, kitties love burying themselves under warm blankets and scarves. Instead of him running off with yours, get one especially for him. You can even use one you don’t use anymore or buy one especially for him as a gift.
4. Heated Blanket or Bed
Keeping warm with your pet under a woolly blanket is a great way to spend a cold winter night. However, for those times when you have to go out, tuck your little buddy under a heated bed or blanket to keep him toasty. You can put a heating pad on your dog or cat’s bed or you can splurge and get a heated bed?instead.
5. Snuggle Sack
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If your pet loves to snuggle with you, but you can’t be there to keep him warm, get him a snuggle snack instead. Perfect for dogs and cats, this warm and comfortable sack should be part of your pet’s winter essential. Since it’s not as bulky as a bed, you can keep it in the closet when summer comes and bring it out again during colder months.
6. Heat Pack
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You should not compromise your pet’s exercise regime just because of snow buildup during winter. There are ways to keep your pet warm on his daily walks. Aside from dressing him in a warm coat and winter boots, you should also pack up on heat packs. These little square patches will add warmth, especially to body parts that are exposed to the elements like the neck and legs.
7. Heat Lamp
You might think your pet Budgie or Parakeet won’t get cold because you keep them inside the house. That’s not true. They can still get extremely cold when winter arrives. Keep their spot inside your home extra toasty with the help of a heating lamp. You can use one for reptiles or amphibians as well.
8. Winter-Crafted Cage Covers
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If you have a big bird cage placed outside the house, you need to protect it from the elements. This means you will have to keep the cage covered with snow, rain and strong winds. That’s why it’s important to have a cage cover on-hand. It will also help your birds get a good night sleep. You don’t have to worry about your birds getting enough air either because cage covers are breathable.
9. Cage Tents for Birds
Cages might not have enough corners for birds to keep warm in. Hang some snuggling tents for your pet Parrot or Parakeet to hide in during cold days. These tents are lined with warm velvet to keep your pet bird comfy. Clip them onto the bars on top of the cage and allow your birds to fly in and out of them anytime they wish.
10. Heating Mats for Terrarium
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? LittleBigLife (@shayem4271) December 13, 2017
Even though reptiles and amphibians are cold-blooded, they still need to be kept warm during winter. It’s important to replace the bulb you use in summer with one that has a higher wattage. You should also add a heating pad to your pet’s terrarium to increase the temperature.
Do you have all of your pet’s winter essentials on hand? Check out these tips for keeping your pet warm during cold seasons.
Like humans, pets need to be taken care of during winter as well. Although dogs and cats have?fur and humans don’t, that doesn’t mean they’re more immune to the cold. Make sure you have all of your pet’s winter essentials ready for the season.
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