Paws Staying Cozy In The Cold

Brr! 

Winter is rolling in and the weather is definitely getting colder!  Even though our four-legged friends may have fur/hair, they still can be affected by the cold. During this season you should make sure your beloved pet is comfortable and stays warm. Pepper (my Toy Poodle) pretty much hates the cold. However, the funny thing, is that if there is snow (very seldom here in Texas) he does not want to come back inside because he enjoys playing in it! He is such a goofball and I love him for it. Here I will list a few simple ways in which you can provide comfort for your pet during this time.

Keep Inside
One of the most obvious ways is to keep your pet inside. Keeping them indoors, of course aside from potty breaks and walks , also allows them to dote on you more. Im sure everyone loves it when their pet is by your side and cuddling with you!

Research
Another great way to achieve your pets comfortability in the winter is to do a little bit of research on your breed. Some breeds are more prone to adjust naturally to the coldness such as Siberian Huskies and long-haired cats. Check out PetPlace for more breeds. 

Pet Clothes
I am a definite advocate of pet clothes whether its for your dog, cat or even guinea pig , pet stores have them all. Clothes are not only for cuteness but they also can provide the extra warmth your pet may need during this season. 
Last winter, I caught a good sell at Petsmart and bought my Toy Poodle various winter outfits. Socks are a good way to protect your pets paws in different weather climates and for those whom have allergies. This is a good precaution that you can take to make sure that your pets skin is safe.

For senior dogs, such as my poodle of 13 years, sweaters and jackets are a good source for extra warmth indoors and outdoors especially for those with weaker immune systems. 
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Picasso

I am a pet caretaker in Grand Prairie, Arlington, Mansfield and Cedar Hill area in Texas!

I have been caring for pets since I was a young girl. I grew up with dogs throughout my life including: a German Shepard, two Schnauzers and my current Toy Poodle named Pepper.

I attended the University of Texas at Arlington and earned a Bachelors Arts degree in Organizational Communication with concentrations in Business Management and Spanish.

I began working with Snaggle Foot as a pet sitter and a dog walker. It was something I had been wanting to do.  I absolutely fell in love with everything that encompasses being a pet caretaker. Not only was this my passion, but I knew it is somethiing I should be doing! When I was approached by the owner of Snaggle Foot in Grand Prairie, I took advantage of the awesome opportunity.

As a long time pet lover and owner, I know and understand how to care for animals. I understand that just as humans, they have personalities and various characteristics that make them unique and fun to love. I know that if you are good and loyal to them, they will be good and loyal to you, always!

I will be blogging about any and everything pet related!

I decided to blog because there are so many interesting situations that happen being a pet sitter. This is what makes it so enjoyable and fun! There is never a dull moment in this business. 

One of my favorite stories is having Picasso (featured on the left), the Parrot, sing to me a Bach song. However, he would only sing to me when I wasn't looking at him. I would always turn my head side to side, zoning from him to the wall. Each time I turned to the wall, he would sing, when I turned to him he looked at me like I was the crazy one! It’s so funny!

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