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Monday, January 19, 2015

Living in Frigid Upstate NY Requires Proper Planning!



When the girlz put on their Canada Pooch Wear...they really ARE dressed better than I am!!  Which gives me an idea...perhaps I should ask them if they could make their Winter Gear in larger sizes...perhaps with longer arms...BOL!!!

We are totally in love with the Winter Vests and the Wilderness Jacket!!  Chloe and LadyBug have never, EVER, looked more stylish than they do in these jackets!!  Whenever they are wearing them, people stop and ask ... where did you get those awesome coats??  And we tell them...CANADA POOCH!   They KNOW how to please their customers.



And we are pleased.  Every Single Time.  

Now.  Go.  Check it out for yourselves!!   PS.....they have super cute pups over there wearing trendy, stylish Canada Pooch Wear!!  You can even submit your OWN pup...or kitty!!


The Arctic Adventurer Vest stands true to its name with a versatile design that lets your pooch explore the winter terrain while protecting your pup from winter’s chill.  The vest’s sleek fit, fleece lining, extra warm core, and waterproof shell let your dog get the most out of winter. 


The Winter Wilderness Jacket is designed to keep your pooch toasty warm on the most frigid winter days with its fleecy warm lining, extra thick core, protective sleeves, and waterproof exterior shell. 




Some tips we all can use for our pets during the frigid winter months:

Keep the hair around their paw pads trimmed. Less hair will help keep paws free of ice and snow, which can quickly ball up between footpads and create uncomfortable walking conditions for pets.

Check the paw pads for small cuts or cracks. You may want to consider dog boots for dogs that react negatively to walking on ice and snow - especially dogs that react to snow removal products.  LadyBug is particularly sensitive to the ice and snow and that's the reason I tried PAWZ boots.  They work very well for her and we haven't had any incidents of three-legged walking since she has been wearing PAWZ.

Cleaning  your dog's paws after walks will help to remove salt and snow removal chemicals, which can be very toxic to pets.

Check your dog's ears, tail and feet for frostbite. Cold winter sidewalks and pathways may cause pain or contribute to frostbite. A dog that continually lifts individual legs off the ground during a winter walk may be feeling the effects of frostbite. Frostbitten skin may appear red or gray. If you suspect frostbite, wrap your dog's feet in a blanket or towels to gradually warm them and contact your veterinarian.  When the girls' come in from being outside when it is super cold, I towel them off first and then hold each paw individually in my warm hands to warm up their paw pads.  If it is particularly cold, we resort to using the hair dryer!

Providing the proper amount of food for the season is extremely important. Dogs that participate in strenuous outdoor activities might just require additional food during colder weather. On the other hand, indoor dogs that exercise LESS frequently in the winter may need LESS food.

Provide adequate fresh, unfrozen water.  We have a real problem with tear stains and I have found that giving the girls' filtered water helps with lessening the stains.  Indoor dogs may require more water to combat drier winter air.

Keep puppies and senior dogs indoors except for short periods of time. Very young puppies and kittens and senior animals are much more susceptible to the effects of the cold.

Pay particular attention to snow removal. It is NOT a good idea to pile snow near fences which can create an escape route for curious pets.

Keep their ID tags updated and securely fastened to their collars!  This is especially important during the winter as pets sometimes run away!

Do NOT suddenly expect your indoor dog to become an outdoor dog!!   Dogs require a month or MORE (as seasons change) to become accustomed to lower winter temperatures.





We are joining the Keeping Pets Warm Blog Hop hosted by Davinia and Indiana from Two Little Cavaliers 




24 comments:

Kimberly Paschedag said...

We could sure use those jackets here in Florida. It's been really chilly here since we arrived in November. We're lucky when we are able to get out and lay in the sun. Brrrrr!

Jen Gabbard said...

Those coats look handy, and super cute :) I think my dog Laika could use an upgrade from her regular cotton jacket during the next couple of months.

Felissahadas said...

We are so glad that we do not live where it gets that cold. We wouldn't mind borrowing some of your snow a few weekends a year but you can keep the freezing temperatures! Thank you for joining us!

Dory and the Mama said...

Seeing these cute coats, I wish it were a bit cooler here so Dory could enjoy them!!

Ann Thompson said...

those are awesome looking coats and I think they should make matching ones for the humans that all those lucky dogs own

Two French Bulldogs said...

Moms got your back! We have a feeling you will not be cold in your cool parkas

Lily & Edward

Whitley Westie said...

I lived in Bawston for three years, so I knows all bout da cold. I prefer Dallas and our 70 degree January days. :)

Anne Miller said...

Your parkas are beautiful and I bet they are super warm!!


Loveys Sasha

harrispen said...

We sure know what you are talking about. We are lucky to have long enough fur that we don't need jackets.

Princess Leah said...

I luffs those coats, they looks very snuggly warm!
Loves and licky kisses
Princess Leah xxx

Jeanne Pursell said...

Yes! You guys are lucky that you have long fur!! We also know how much you enjoy playing in the snow!

Jeanne Pursell said...

They really ARE warm Sasha and you know how much we enjoy being stylish! BOL!

Jeanne Pursell said...

Mama was born in Massachusetts! As she gets older, she is thinking Dallas sounds a lot nicer!! Seventy degrees in January actually sounds REALLY nice right about now!!

Jeanne Pursell said...

There are times we really prefer just to run right by mama and not take the time to put on our jackets...but sometimes...we sure are glad we have them on!!

Jeanne Pursell said...

Thanks so much! There are some days when we think maybe it would be nice to live in a part of the country where your feets don't freeze off the second you go outside!!

Jeanne Pursell said...

Totally agree!! Human size ones would be very nice!!

Jeanne Pursell said...

Believe me...you are probably better off where you are! The cold weather does take it's toll on you after awhile!

Jeanne Pursell said...

Thanks Noreen! I was thinking that it gets very cold in Colorado too! The only time I have spent in your state was inside the Denver airport! :) Chloe doesn't roll around in the snow, but LadyBug will!

Jeanne Pursell said...

You are most welcome Felissa! Believe me, I am really craving sunshine and warmth right about now!! The winters here are sooooo very long!! This was fun and I appreciate your hosting!

Jeanne Pursell said...

Our cats would have said the same thing! They preferred staying inside!! When the temperatures dip below freezing...we do not like to go out either! We remember how much Sadie loved the snow!

Jeanne Pursell said...

Thanks Molly! They are easy to slip on and off which is great! Happy Day to you!!

Jeanne Pursell said...

We have seen a couple of those jackets that zip up the back...they must be new!! Yes, we have to be really careful not to spend too much time outside when the weather is SO COLD!!

Jeanne Pursell said...

You are right Kimberly! I've been checking out the temps in Florida and it has been an amazingly cold winter for you guys!! Of course, it's still a LOT nicer than here...

K.S. Mueller said...

Great advice about the snow against the fence... I meant to mention that in my post, and totally forgot! One time, the snow was so high, both dogs just stepped right over the fence, and were out on the lake. One effortless step, they didn't even need to climb!! Very scary!