When the temperatures begin to drop, we must pay close attention to our furry friend, especially if he has short hair. Although all dogs are covered by a layer of hair and fat on the skin which protect them from the cold, the reality is that sometimes is not sufficient so that the animal does not feel the need to get under the blankets.
Next we will explain how to know if my dog is cold.
Which dogs are more sensitive to cold?
Although all furry people can feel cold at some point in their life, not all are equally adapted to temperate climates. For example, the Nordics have a double layer of hair that prevents their body temperature from falling; On the other hand, those with short hair only have a single layer of hair. But it is not only they who have a hard time in winter, but also the puppies, since they are very sensitive to low temperatures.
How to know if a dog is cold?
The symptoms of cold in dogs are the following:
- Tremors: is the most common. When they are outside and you see that they start to shiver, it is because it is cold. To prevent it from happening again, you can put a dog coat on them or shorten the walk.
- Sleepiness: in the coldest time of year these animals sleep more than normal.
- Dry Skin- If your skin or nose is dry, you may be feeling cold.
- Mobility and slow breathingWhen dogs do not tolerate temperature well, their muscles stiffen, and their breathing slows down. What to do in these cases is to cover them well with a blanket, and give them a massage to warm them up.
If you see that, despite this care, they do not improve, do not hesitate to quickly take them to the vet.