This will help prevent snow from accumulating on the dog's fur. Be sure to thoroughly dry a dog after he has been out for a walk on a cold, rainy day. This, along with the proper vaccinations, will help prevent upper respiratory infections. Return to Index Identification Tags, Leashes, and Exercise Snow covers scent tracks and similar landmarks that help a dog return to his owner. A leash attached to a collar that has an identification tag and a license on it, or a secure fence, will ensure that the owner and the dog return home together.
Snow can cause a terrible stomach ache.
Throwing a ball or stick, or walking to another location, will distract a dog when his mind is on eating snow. It is not safe to leave an animal in a car during the winter. Long-term exposure to low temperatures can lead to hypothermia. Small, short-coated animals especially are susceptible to it. It is much better to leave a pet at home than to leave him in a car.