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How cold is to cold
I was just curious if anyone has an opinion on how cold is to cold to walk the dog. It has been about -19 degrees celsius all weekend where I live. Roxy can only go out for about 10 minutes at a time, and then she starts hopping on 3 or 2 legs. I assume her feet are getting to cold.
I am looking for a solution. Do the boots provide warmth, or are they mainly to protect from salt and what not. I had to carry Roxy home in my jacket from 4 walks this weekend. I can exercise her inside, but really rely on the walks to get some of the spunk out of her.
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lifting their paws is a sign it's too cold. they'll do this also with street salt.
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When it is that cold you should also be concerned with breathing too cold air, forming ice crystals in the lungs during exercise. For Humans and Dogs.
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Well I guess we will have to limit outside time to quik bathroom breaks until it warms up. Thanks for the tips.
db7 - I have always had a hard time breathing in the cold. Now I know why.
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Muttluks protect the feet from both the salt AND the cold. they are fantastic and worth every penny. http://www.muttluks.com/our_products/index.php
check out the fleece-lined booties. good luck!
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They look pretty good. Fairly reasonably priced. I think I will have to buy some for Christmas. Staying inside all winter is not a good option for us.
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