Health issues play into how long a pet can be outside - Truckers' Trucking Forum

luvmyhubby · **^ Top** #1 12.28.2008

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Some animals can remain outside safely longer in the winter than others. In some cases, it's just common sense: long-haired breeds like Huskies will do better in cold weather than short-haired breeds like Dachshunds. Cats and small dogs that have to wade shoulder-deep in the snow will feel the cold sooner than larger animals. Your pet's health will also affect how long she can stay out. Conditions like diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, and hormonal imbalances can compromise a pet's ability to regulate her own body heat. Animals that are not generally in good health shouldn't be exposed to winter weather for a long period of time. Very young and very old animals are vulnerable to the cold as well. Regardless of their health, though, no pets should stay outside for unlimited amounts of time in freezing cold weather. If you have any questions about how long your pet should be out this winter, ask your veterinarian.

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Knife Edge · **^ Top** #2 01.02.2009

I have a small dog ...Maddy is a Pom ...she goes outside does what she has to and comes back in . snuggles up on her blanket with a cat or 2.........neither cats go out............ they dont care for the cold either!

danc694u · **^ Top** #3 01.02.2009

We have 2. One goes out, does her biz and makes a beeline for the door.

The other, forget about it. You'll have to chase her for an hour. She comes in when SHE is ready too.

Pouring rain, she don't care. Cold outside? She don't care.

Thunder, she's the first one in the door.

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