If he is wet, dry him with towels or a blow dryer. Do not apply heating pads or hot water bottles. Continue to take the dog's temperature until it reaches a normal 100 degrees. As his body temperature rises, he will grow more alert. Call your veterinarian if your pet does not quickly recover.
Frostbite is the formation of ice crystals in living tissue.
It usually affects the paws, ears and tip of the tail. If your dog comes in from the cold and shows any discomfort or begins licking his paws, check for frostbite. Restrain the dog and wrap the affected areas with a warm towel. Frostbitten areas can also be warmed by placing them in a container of tepid water heated to 90 degrees. Do not apply hot packs.