How long can you keep your dogs outside and what you need to know about keeping your dog safe in cold weather.
Winter may not be everyone's favorite season, but it does create some of the greatest (or, at the very least, prettiest) online content: videos of pups playing in the snow. But a fast run through fresh powder is one thing; what about remaining outside for prolonged periods of time?
In summary, the amount of time a dog may stay outside in freezing conditions is determined by a variety of criteria such as breed, size, age, health, and coat. Here's everything you need to know.
In the winter, how long may dogs be left outside?
According to the American Kennel Club, there is no one-size-fits-all regulation for how long dogs may safely be outside on chilly days (AKC). Larger dogs with thicker coats, on the other hand, can stay outside in cold weather for longer than tiny single-coated or hairless dogs, which may spend more time outside on hot days but aren't suited to tolerate the cold.
In addition to their size and breed, you should consider your dog's age, overall health, and hair length when considering how long they can stay outside in the winter, but veterinarian Dr. Sarah Wooten provided these tips with the Daily Mail.
- Puppies under 8 weeks of age: Keep inside during cold weather.
- Toy breeds should be kept indoors throughout the winter.
- Keep brachycephalic breeds (dogs with short noses, such as pugs and French bulldogs) inside (especially when exercising)
- Smaller breeds: Limit trips to 10-15 minutes in temps below 32oF.
- Larger breeds: Limit trips to 30-60 minutes in temps below 32oF.
- Arctic breeds: Can stay outside in the cold forever if adapted.
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) offers a more straightforward recommendation: "If it's too cold for you, it's definitely too cold for your pet, therefore keep your animals indoors."
Hypothermia symptoms in dogs
If a dog is outside in cold weather for an extended period of time, he or she runs the danger of suffering hypothermia, which occurs when their body temperature falls below 99°F. According to the AKC, other indicators of hypothermia in dogs include dilated pupils, increased heart rate followed by slower heart rate, sluggishness, and delayed reflexes, in addition to shivering and curling up for warmth.
Check out some of the AKC, ASPCA, and Red Cross webpages for more information on keeping dogs safe in cold weather.
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SOURCE: lifehacker
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