[nagdu] Our Dogs In the Winter

[The Pawpower Pack]

Keep in mind that a dog raised in a colder place, like the northeast will have gotten used to it and will grow a thicker coat than say, a dog from CA or the deep south.  
I live in New Orleans and my dog can work for miles in 90 degree heat at 80% humidity because she is used to it.  Take her out and ask her to work at temps under 45 degrees and she shivers and literally cries because she gets so cold— she's a lab.  
I dress my dog in a hoodie if the temp drops below 45.  I like hoodies because they cover her tummy and  chest, are easy to wash, and can be stored in a backpack.  We don't have snow, so I don't need a waterproof coat.  
If your dog is not used to snow or cold, you may want to get a light coat just in case, and either musher wax, or boots if it snows. 
Good luck. 

 Rox and the kitchen Bitches: 
Mill'E, Laveau, Soleil
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> On Nov 7, 2015, at 7:29 PM, Tina Thomas via nagdu <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> Raven- You give a lot of good advice, however, California winters don't require booties or a coat for our furry friends. 
> Tina and the girls   
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> From: nagdu [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Raven Tolliver via nagdu
> Sent: Saturday, November 07, 2015 5:18 PM
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> Do you need to prepare your dog for winter? No. Mother Nature does that. Dogs naturally blow their summer coat and grow in a thicker winter coat. The Golden Guy already has his in here in Michigan.
> Some people notice their dogs shivering when the temperature drops, while other dogs tolerate or enjoy the frigid weather. If you notice your dog shivering or dancing around a lot in harness, especially when you're waiting at bus stops or hanging out outside, you can purchase a coat for her.
> 
> If you can train your dog to tolerate booties, those are also a good idea to protect from the cold, ice clumps forming between paw pads, and from the harsh road salt.
> I use Pawz boots on my dog during winter to protect his paws. They are latex, thin, and form-fitting to the foot.
> I hate the Ruff Ware boots that many schools give out because the dogs really seem to hate and act goofy in them. Those boots prevent dogs from walking naturally, and remove the feeling of contact between their foot and the ground. Also, the 1st winter I had the Golden Guy, the friction in those Ruff Ware boots ripped his dew claw sockets open, so I have sworn off those things for good.
> 
> I think some folks use Musher's secret to protect their dogs paws during winter, but don't quote me on that.
> 
> Also during winter, I keep a dish cloth and diluted white vinegar spritz on hand to wipe off any salt from his legs and under belly.
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>> On 11/7/15, Elise Berkley via nagdu <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Becky is a yellow Labrador.
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>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Danielle Ledet via nagdu
>> Sent: Saturday, November 7, 2015 10:42 AM
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>> What kind of dog is Becky?
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>>> On 11/7/15, Elise Berkley via nagdu <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> Hello, everyone.  I am a new guide owner, and it is getting to be 
>>> cold here in Long Beach (our kind of cold, smile – 40 degrees).  Do 
>>> we need to do anything special for our dogs to prepare them for the 
>>> winter?  I know my cold is not her cold, but I want to make sure I am 
>>> doing everything right for her.  Thanks.
>>> Elise and Becky
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