Did you know that dogs are very affected by the cold? Except for the Nordic races, the rest usually feel the same as us, or even more. Don't let it freeze! Some breeds, such as greyhounds, tend to tremble more often, but almost all dogs can feel very cold.

All dogs deserve to live warm and without suffering the low temperatures, but protect your pet with special care if:

·      Have any disease, especially if it is respiratory

·      Has little hair

·      It is a small breed dog

·      It’s a puppy

·      Is an advanced adult or elderly

Tips to take better care of your dog in winter: feeding

The most important thing to maintain good health and good disease resistance is to eat well. Feeding your dog with a meal of quality and appropriate to their needs is important throughout the year, but it becomes vital in times of cold, when the defenses seem to be low and there is a risk of colds and other diseases. And there are some mistakes when feeding your dog that you should avoid.

It's not about your dog eating more, in fact that would cause him to be overweight. In addition, during the winter they usually do less physical exercise. Just take care that your diet is the best possible and that it is balanced.

Being at home warm is easier, with heating, blankets ... But when we take our furry out for a walk, they face the winter cold.

If you have a dog that usually spends most of the day in the garden, it is recommended that during winter it is inside the house. And at the time of the walks, it is best to avoid the hours of lower temperatures, do not remain still and shorten the walks if it is especially very cold.

Many people say it is a tacky one, but one of the best tips to take better care of your dog in winter is to get a coat for him. This will keep you warm, that's the most important thing! For rainy days, a raincoat is also very useful.

Dog care during winter: inside the house

Other tips to prevent your dog from catching cold or getting sick during winter are:

·      It is important to continue combing it as usual to maintain good hair health, but do not cut your hair for the winter! Your hair is a natural protection cloak, you better wait for spring.

·      Bathe your dog with warm water and away from cold currents. Dry your hair well after.

·      Sometimes, the cold can cause the skin of your pads and your truffle to crack. Consult your veterinarian, there are specific products that can solve the problem.

·      Before winter comes, take your pet to the veterinarian for a complete review and make sure he has all his vaccines on. So, you can spend the winter without getting sick.

Basic tips to take care of your dog

Having a dog is not just providing water and I think! Our pet needs much more than a home, veterinary care and exercise.

Identify your pet

If you share your life with a pet, there are two types of identification you can have:

·      Nameplate: put a collar or harness with an identification plate with your name, address and contact number. Even if you are very careful, your dog could escape! With an identification collar anyone could locate you to return it to you. Remember also that the collar should not be too tight, two fingers must enter and slide easily!

·      Identification microchip: It is essential! Can you put it at home? Do not! The vet will put the microchip. There are many cases of dogs that have been able to return home, thanks to the identification of the microchip.

Comply with the local law that governs your pet

Having your dog's vaccination card up to date is essential. If your dog belongs to a special breed (such as potentially dangerous breeds), you may also need to inform yourself about the necessary licenses to have your dog friend.

Keep your dog neat!

Depending on the breed, your dog may need more demanding care, remember! There are canine hairdressers who can handle it if you need it. Or if you are a handyman, you can try to make your own dog grooming session at home.

Take care of your dog's fur, brushing it often, in addition to this way your dog's fur will shine more. Do you have doubts about how to take care of hair? Do not hesitate to ask the veterinarian about the specific care of your breed.

Remember to take your dog to the vet

The diet that we are going to recommend in the next lines is specially designed for dogs with temporary problems of vomiting or diarrhea, that is, dogs that are sick of the digestive system. The first, of course, will be to go to the vet to observe the first symptoms so that you can make a successful diagnosis.

Remember that you should always follow the instructions of your veterinarian, do not meditate or make drastic changes in the feeding of your dog on your own. When the veterinarian tells you that you can eat again, your intake rate will be different until you have completely recovered, and the ingredients of your diet will also be different.

Let's start with the amounts ... How much should my pet eat?

The size of the rations of our animals is usually a doubt for many people. We cannot know when they are or stop being hungry, since they cannot tell us. In fact, many dogs never get satiated, so they eat everything we give them even if they don't need it, developing obesity. That is why it is very important to know how to control the adequate daily amount of food for our dogs.

The veterinarian will know how to tell you what daily amount of food corresponds to your dog and how many daily doses, depending on factors such as age, weight and physical activity. Another indicator that can guide you is the rationing tables that include feed bags. The amount of food that a sick or convalescent dog ingests is the same or very similar to what it consumes when it is healthy, the difference will be in the components.

The appropriate proportions of food are:

·      75 - 80% meat or fish (without bones or bones).

·      20-25% vegetables.

Meat and fish in the soft dog diet

When preparing a soft diet for dogs, look for meats and fish low in fat to facilitate digestion. We recommend that the meat be given raw, since cooked is somewhat more complicated to digest for them; yes, you must have frozen before to eliminate possible bacteria. The fish should be cooked, grilled or baked. Try not to give your dog boiled meat or fish, since with this type of cooking they develop toxins that are harmful to their health.

The role of vegetables in the soft dog diet

Dogs cannot eat any fruit or vegetables! Not all of them feel good; in fact some, such as grapes, are toxic to them. The fruits and vegetables you choose for the soft dog diet should be easily digested and help settle the stomach.

It is best to give them cooked and well crushed, so that they are easier to digest but retain all the nutrients.

Don't you know which fruits and vegetables are appropriate? For example, cassava, apple (discard the heart, the seeds have cyanide and are poisonous to dogs), carrots, squash ... Avoid for example the potato, starch is not easy to digest when the body is not in good condition.

Of course, all the examples of food we give you are indicative, every dog ​​is a world! Look closely at how he reacts to the food you give him and adapt the soft dog diet as needed.

How to distribute the shots in the soft diet for dogs

The amount of the shots is a very important aspect to consider when preparing a good soft dog diet. It is best to make several small shots throughout the day instead of taking a binge. The body needs to get used to digest food normally and you must go slowly.

If you distribute your food in 4 or 5 small doses per day, your digestive system will have enough time to manage it, working slowly and without being overloaded. With this soft diet for dogs you should observe that it improves in two or three days; If not, it is best to go back to the vet and tell him the process you have followed.