Showing posts with label CAT SMOKE INHALATION. Show all posts
Showing posts with label CAT SMOKE INHALATION. Show all posts

Friday, November 2, 2007

YOUR CAT & COLD WEATHER


Hypothermia is a major concern during cold weather. Inadequate shelter, calories, or becoming wet can make a pet much more susceptible to this condition. There are additional indoor and outdoor hazards associated with cold weather. We hope this article will help you become more aware of how you can keep your cat comfortable and safe during the cold weather season.
Outdoor housing
If your cat is an outside cat, make a small warm area, preferably a crate or box, in a sheltered place away from the wind, such as the garage. Line it with warm blankets or a cat bed. If the sleeping area is too large it will not provide proper insulation to keep your cat warm and
frostbite on tails and tips of ears can occur in severely cold weather. READ MORE HERE;http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?cls=1&cat=1383&articleid=933