Although indoors is always best, an outdoor dog needs a dry, elevated dog house with clean, dry bedding and a flap over the opening to keep drafts out. A bowl of frozen water can't help a thirsty pet. Check outdoor water bowls often when it's below freezing, and make sure your pet has drinkable water. Keep in mind that cold temperatures, snow, freezing rain, and wind chill could be deadly to a pet left outdoors.
Pets love to be inside, warm and cozy with the rest of the family.
Outdoor dogs need more calories in the winter to produce body heat, so increase the amount you feed your pet. On the other hand, indoor dogs and cats may get less exercise in the cold months, and will need fewer calories to avoid weight gain. You should also check him for any signs of frostbite, which is primarily characterized by gray, white, or reddish skin, and may have a scaly appearance. Antifreeze tastes and smells sweet to pets, but is a deadly poison. Be extra careful if you fill your car with antifreeze this winter.