First Visit to Snow!!

I have a question regarding the snow. We are taking Billy to the snow for the first time this month for a few days and I have seen pictures of dogs in little booties for their feet? Is this necessary? Will the snow be too cold for his feet? I don't see Billy keeping the booties on but I don't want him to get cold feet.

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Permalink Reply by Shanna Lien on December 11, 2012 at 1:21pm

My dog, Boo absolutely loves the snow and we have never had her wear the booties. I think it probably depends on what the temperature is. Here in the Pacific NW we get snow but the temperatures is usually around 30+ degrees. I think as long as it isn't a bone chilling cold (negative degrees and such) and you limit your exposure to the elements, let him play and then bring him inside to warm up you will be fine without them. Hope that helps a little!

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Permalink Reply by Sam Tsang on December 11, 2012 at 2:20pm

If it's below freezing, it's fine, trim the fur pad hair, use musher's secret and you're good to go. If it's above freezing where the snow is wet, stay home, water seep between paw pads causes it to refreeze = instant snow balls / not fun.

You have nothing to worry about in CA, my florida corgis did just fine in -3.82F / -19.9C Montreal weather. pic here.

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Permalink Reply by Brooke Busteed on December 11, 2012 at 2:32pm

Well it is above freezing (It's Southern California) We can't stay home we booked the vacation already...specifically for HIM.

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Permalink Reply by Brooke Busteed on December 11, 2012 at 2:33pm

I didn't see the last part of your response.... ;)

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Permalink Reply by Laura and Tommy Jefferson on December 11, 2012 at 3:55pm

Hey Brooke, we live in Cleveland where it is well below freezing for a good part of winter and Tommy has never had a problem and LOVES the snow. I just keep his paw hair trimmed and dry his little feet when we come in. Have a great time!!! :)

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Permalink Reply by Brooke Busteed on December 11, 2012 at 4:19pm

Good to hear....I know he is going to love it because he HATES the sun... My little California man, and he hates the sun :(

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Permalink Reply by Karen Dadisman on December 11, 2012 at 10:34pm

We are in North Iowa, 7 miles south of Minnesota, and it gets COLD here, -30 sometimes. As long as they don't stay out over long, Rocky and Rosie prefer the cold to the heat. When it's that cold, it's out to potty only and then back in, check feet for ice and dry off the bellies. They love the snow and plowing paths through it. Use some common sense and he will be fine. Corgis have plenty of coat for cold weather. Just check feet, dry bellies, and give treats!!

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Permalink Reply by Jane Christensen on December 11, 2012 at 11:05pm

We live in MN and mine love the snow. Just wait till he starts rolling on his back in the snow...have the camera ready. Unless it's below zero or they are standing still I wouldn't worry. Take frequent breaks but if it would be too cold he would start lifting his paws. Have fun...I'm sure he will.