When the weather turns cold, it is best to keep your pets indoors, said Dr. Carolynn MacAllister, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Service veterinarian.
“Although it’s best if pets can be kept inside, but if that simply isn’t possible, it’s critical for pet owners to provide their animals with a shelter that is insulated and protected from the icy winds we can experience here in Oklahoma,” MacAllister said. “Make sure the shelter is big enough for your pet to fit in easily, but small enough so that the animal’s body heat can warm the shelter.”
Pet owners also need to make sure the shelter has a floor and some type of bedding such as an old blanket or straw. Make sure the shelter’s opening has some sort of flap to cover it to help keep out the wind. In addition, the door should not face the north.
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