Will a dog get a cold if kept without heating in the winter?

Yes, a dog can get a cold if kept without heating in the winter. If the winter weather is cold, dog owners should pay attention to keeping their dogs warm. Especially in Northeast China, where the weather is very cold and there is no heating in the house, it is recommended to provide a warmer room for the dog and cover it with several small quilts. If the dog is still cold even when it's not sleeping, you can also dress it in small clothes.

Are dogs afraid of cold in winter?

Usually, small dogs such as Tibetan mastiffs, Chihuahuas, Bichons, and Pomeranians are more susceptible to cold. However, large and medium-sized dogs like Golden Retrievers, Alaskan Huskies, and Border Collies have larger bodies, thick fur, and excellent cold resistance, so they generally are not afraid of cold. But if the temperature drops too low and the dog curls up, it means it's feeling cold.

How to keep dogs warm in winter?

In winter, it's best to keep dogs indoors. You can put some warm clothes or quilts in their kennels. When going outside, owners can dress their dogs in clothes and shoes. On rainy winter days, they can also wear raincoats. When giving dogs a bath in winter, turn on the bath lamp and dry their fur promptly.

How to prevent illness in winter?

Due to the cold and dry weather in winter, dogs are more prone to catching a cold and have a higher risk of respiratory diseases. Therefore, it's essential to keep warm, maintain air humidity, and feed the dog nutrient supplements, fresh vegetables and fruits, etc., to keep the nutrition balanced, enhance their physical strength, and improve their immunity to prevent viruses and bacteria from invading the body and causing disease.