{"id":3704,"date":"2020-01-24T10:56:26","date_gmt":"2020-01-24T10:56:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/canadapetcare.thepethost.com\/?p=3704"},"modified":"2021-02-04T11:37:09","modified_gmt":"2021-02-04T11:37:09","slug":"winter-weather-safety-tips-for-cats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/canadapetcare.thepethost.com\/winter-weather-safety-tips-for-cats\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Weather Safety Tips for Cats"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The cold months can\nbe very challenging not only for humans but for pets like cats as well. Though\ncats have a thick protective layer of fur, it does no good when the\ntemperatures drop down drastically. Thus, it becomes essential for pet parents to\npay heed to their furry buddies and try their best to keep them safe and warm\nduring harsh conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips to Keep Cats Safe and Warm During Cold Conditions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are some\nessential safety tips that will help you keep your kitty safe and warm during\nthe winter months. Read through them all, and do not forget to share them with\nyour neighbors and friends, who like you have pets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1. An Upgrade to the Bedding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before winter rolls\nin, it is important to upgrade your feline\u2019s bedding. It will sure get colder\nduring the cold months, which is why getting a warm blanket for your cat is a\nmust. Apart from that, add more warm fabrics to your pet\u2019s bedding to make it a\nlot warmer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2. Bedding Placement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During winters, we\nall crave for the sun so that we feel warm. Pets like cats love that too, which\nis why a change is needed. Placing your feline\u2019s bedding in an area where\ndirect sunlight falls is advisable. This will aid in keeping your furry\nmunchkin warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3. Limit Outdoor Activities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have an\noutdoor cat, then keeping him in can be a tough task, but it must be done.\nMoreover, limiting your cat\u2019s outdoor activities is necessary because more time\nspent outside in the cold, the more harmful it can get for your pet. Also, your\ncat may succumb to frostbites if they\u2019re out for too long. Besides, if you do\nwant to take your cat out for a few minutes, make sure her feet and fur are\nwell-protected before stepping out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4. Always Bang Your Car Hood Before You Drive<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may not know\nthis, but some cats tend to seek warmth in car engines. They curl up near the\nengine to warm their cold bodies. Thus, before you take your car for a spin,\nalways bang the hood of your car and wait for a few minutes. The loud thud will\nalert the cat and give her ample time to scurry away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5. Keep Treatment Ready<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wound treatments such as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canadapetcare.com\/dermavet-for-cats\/wound-repair-treatment-31.aspx?utm_source=intblog&amp;utm_medium=seoblog&amp;utm_campaign=txt-Winter-Weather-Safety-Tips-for-Cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Dermavet<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canadapetcare.com\/dermavet-for-cats\/wound-repair-treatment-31.aspx?utm_source=intblog&amp;utm_medium=seoblog&amp;utm_campaign=txt-Winter-Weather-Safety-Tips-for-Cats\">Wound Gard<\/a><\/strong>, or Dermaclens should be kept in handy, in case your feline pal requires the same. It is during such cold climates that a majority of cats are wounded and injured, and they can quickly be treated with the help of the mentioned treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, it does not take much to help your cat stay safe and warm during the cold winter months. They need you to look after them, and we know for sure that you will do anything to protect your munchkins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pet Safety Tips for Winter &amp; Cold Weather<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"6 Tips To Protect Your Pets From The Chilling Cold of Winter\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Qs7ryjtRWg4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The cold months can be very challenging not only for humans but for pets like cats as well. 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