US. STILL IMPORTANT TO MAKE SURE YOUR PETS ARE SAFE IN THE COLD. THE NEBRASKA HUMANE SOCIETY URGES PET OWNERS TO BE SMART THIS WINTER SEASON. THE ORGANIZATION SAYS PETS TIME OUTDOORS SHOULD BE LIMITED, ESPECIALLY WHEN BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES HIT. IF THEY HAVE TO GO OUTSIDE, THEY SAY SWEATERS OR COATS FOR DOGS ARE A GOOD WAY TO KEEP YOUR FURRY FRIENDS WARM. AND IF YOU’RE PLANNING TO TAKE YOUR DOG FOR A WALK, PROTECT THEIR PAWS. MAKE SURE THAT YOU WIPE THEIR PAWS DOWN, BECAUSE A LOT OF PEOPLE USE SALT TO KEEP THEIR TO HELP WITH ICE, AND THAT CAN GET DEPENDING ON WHAT TYPE OF SALT IS BEING USED THAT CAN BE DAMAGING TO PETS. IF THEY DO GET WET, DRY THEM OFF. THE NONPROFIT ALSO SAYS YOUR PET SHOULD HAVE ADEQUATE SHELTER TO STAY WARM AS WELL. IF YOUR PET DOE
Nebraska Humane Society advises pet owners on winter safety
The Nebraska Humane Society is urging pet owners to limit their pets' time outdoors during freezing temperatures. The organization recommended using sweaters or coats for dogs and protecting their paws during walks. Pet owners should wipe their pets' paws to remove salt, which can be harmful. The non-profit also emphasized the importance of providing adequate shelter to keep pets warm. If a pet shows signs of hypothermia or frostbite, owners should seek veterinary care immediately.NAVIGATE: Home | Weather | Local News | National | Sports | Newscasts on demand |
The Nebraska Humane Society is urging pet owners to limit their pets' time outdoors during freezing temperatures.
The organization recommended using sweaters or coats for dogs and protecting their paws during walks.
Pet owners should wipe their pets' paws to remove salt, which can be harmful.
The non-profit also emphasized the importance of providing adequate shelter to keep pets warm.
If a pet shows signs of hypothermia or frostbite, owners should seek veterinary care immediately.
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