As the weather gets colder, some parents are worried about their pets freezing, and have begun to buy warm and beautiful clothes for their babies to survive the winter. Relevant experts believe that during the season change, owners are worried about their pets being cold and will dress them, wear hats, and even shoes. In fact, this is unnecessary.

​ 1. Pets have two physiological abilities

For example, shaking the fur is to remove dust and debris from the body; combing the fur is to remove dead hair and stimulate hair follicles; licking the feet is to test the sensitivity of peripheral nerves, and licking the secretions between the index fingers is to stimulate the intestinal tract. Synthesize vitamins; clean up vaginal secretions, use saliva to sterilize, etc.

As the thermostatic ability changes with the season, temperature, and length of sunshine, the density and length of the pet's fur will automatically adjust to maintain the stability of the body temperature, thus ensuring the stability of its immune system.

From this point of view, the clothes, shoes and hats worn on pets have become their shackles, and even a catalyst for disease. After wearing clothing, shoes and hats, pets cannot give full play to their cleaning and thermostat capabilities, thus reducing immunity and even causing pets to become dependent on clothing, shoes and hats. Once it accumulates to a certain extent, or if the clothing, shoes and hats are not worn properly, the disease may occur.

If the owner must dress up the pet, the dressing time should be shortened as much as possible.

2. It is better to exercise more than to wear clothes to keep out the cold

A better way to keep out the cold is to exercise more and participate in more outdoor activities. In addition, even if you dress your pet, the clothes must fit properly, otherwise it will cause the pet to be lethargic, restless, and even sick. Pets' clothes should also be changed frequently and must not be washed together with the owner's clothes, otherwise they may easily cause some infectious diseases.

​3. Which dogs need to be dressed

1. Dogs with weak constitutions, old dogs with poor ability to keep warm, female dogs that have just given birth, dogs that have just recovered from serious illness and dogs with old injuries have low resistance and their own adjustment and adaptation to changes in external temperature. Poor ability, especially in the cold season, be sure to wear clothes.

2. Strong puppies should also be dressed according to the length of their hair, which depends on the breed. For example, Pomeranians, deer dogs, and Chihuahuas with weak constitutions should wear warmer clothes; dogs such as bullfighting dogs, mynas, short-haired dachshunds, etc., which are easy to gain weight, do not necessarily need to wear clothes in winter because their bodies The fat is enough, and wearing clothes for such dogs sometimes affects their movements; for dogs with longer hair and good physiques such as Jingba and Shih Tzu, they do not necessarily need to wear clothes.

3. Dogs whose hair is shaved due to various reasons, or whose hair is short and sparse, willYou must wear clothes. The dog's hair is the pet's own protective barrier. Without it, the dog will feel uncomfortable and insecure. At this time, it must be artificially put on clothes to protect it.

4. In summer when the sun is strong, dark-colored dogs can wear slightly looser light-colored clothes when going out to block some ultraviolet rays and avoid heatstroke;

5. Decide whether to wear clothes according to the breed. In the cold season, short-haired, low-fat, and small dogs like Chihuahuas will certainly have difficulty surviving the winter without clothes; while dog breeds such as Samoyeds and Huskies whose ancestors grew up in severe cold areas will certainly not be able to survive the winter. necessary.

6. At certain times and on certain occasions, you can selectively put clothes on your dog temporarily. For example, you can put on clothes when you go out after giving your dog a bath; when you take your dog out on the street, you can put on clothes to add points to his image; when your dog is in heat, you can wear specific clothes to avoid dirtying the environment and Accidental matings, etc.

​ 4. When to dress

In the north, the indoors are colder than the outdoors in the month before the heating is turned on, so you should pay attention to adding clothes to your dog to keep warm. Once the heating is turned on, healthy dogs no longer need to be dressed at home. However, you still need to put on clothes when you go out in the morning and evening to prevent your dog from being unable to adapt to the changes in temperature.

If you put a thick cotton coat on your dog too early and cover the whole body tightly, the puppy's immunity will decrease. When the coldest time comes, the puppy will get sick because it cannot adapt to the biting cold wind. It is best to take your dog out for more exercise to enhance their immunity. If the dog is dressed too thickly, it will affect their heat exchange with the outside world and make the dog uncomfortable.

​5. What kind of clothes to wear

Don’t wear chemical fiber fabrics, especially the side that comes into contact with the dog’s body. Be sure to choose pure cotton. Chemical fiber fabrics can easily cause static electricity, and long-term friction with pet fur can also cause a variety of skin diseases. Pay attention to check whether the buttons and zipper pulls on the clothes are strong and secure to avoid danger from being swallowed by ignorant puppies.