With the arrival of cold and snow in the mountains, why not indulge yourself a holiday with our furry friends? It can certainly be a moment of leisure for both you and your puppies, which they will be thrilled to play in the snow and spend some time with you.

Here are some useful tips to follow in order to spend your holiday in the best possible way:

  1. First we need to pay close attention to the paws ! The dog is not used to walking and running on the snow which , being very cold, can cause irritation , abrasion and even small cuts. So, the best thing to do is to spread a Vaseline cream on the paws that helps a lot to protect them from any problems caused by snow or salt, which is sometimes scattered on the roads in high mountain places, or buy shoes to wear right in these cases.
  2. It may happen that the dog begins to eat snow to become familiar with it. Some dogs simply taste it while others eat it at will! So you have to pay attention and check that the dog does not eat too much, stopping it if necessary. In fact, in some cases it can cause vomiting and diarrhea and if it happens it is recommended to keep the dog fasting, and to apply a bag of hot water on the stomach and a lot of rest …
  3. An object that absolutely cannot be missing on these occasions is a coat to protect the dog from the cold , but be careful, it is not necessary for all dog breeds. This is because smaller dogs with short hair need to be covered as low temperatures can make them feel very bad, while for medium / large dogs with thick hair they need to be protected with a coat. only in cases of extreme cold, heavy snow, strong wind, etc.
  4. A very useful tip is to brush the dog’s coat after every walk in the snow . This gesture, in addition to eliminating the lumps that have formed on the dog’s coat during the day, helps to stimulate blood circulation , making your dog feel better. However, if we see that ice crystals have also formed in the hair, it is necessary to first melt them with the hair dryer and then brush them.
  5. Never forget to bring some snacks to the snow for your puppy who in these circumstances can get very tired, and may therefore need a moment of break, eating something that can provide him with an immediate energy charge.
  6. It can also be useful to always carry eye drops with you, because the excessive brightness given by the reflection of the snow can tire and irritate the puppy’s eyes and keeping them moist with eye drops is the best solution to reduce this problem.

Of course, it is also always useful to inquire from your vet on how to behave with the specific breed of your furry friend and what are the precautions to follow. In this way you can spend a wonderful holiday in the snow and bring back home some wonderful memories.