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As the days start to become shorter and the nights longer, you know that fall is coming. It is a great season to go on long walks, as you get to see leaves in different colors. The cool night makes it a great time to spend outdoors.
Due to the change in season, it is
crucial you get your pet ready so that it can handle the difference in the
climate. Given below are the list of things you must do so that your
four-legged friend will love the drop in temperature:
Change walk time and food
Summer was a great season to spend time
with your pet outdoors. However, due to the higher temperatures during the
middle of the day, you had to adjust the time you take your pet for a walk.
Most people prefer the early morning or
the night to be active with their four-legged friends. However, this is no
longer applicable, as the weather is pleasant throughout the day. You will have
to take your pet on a walk later in the morning and early in the evening.
Similarly, the activity level will start
to go down, as the temperature gets colder. You must keep this in mind when
feeding your pet. Keep track of the treats you feed it so that it doesn’t
become overweight.
Groom the pet regularly
Making sure your pet’s coat is thick as
the weather becomes colder is essential, as it helps your furry friend stay
warm. While you should allow the fur to grow, it doesn’t mean you should help
your four-legged companion take care of it.
If you don’t take appropriate steps to
maintain it, there is a high chance the pet will suffer from skin and bacteria
infections. Once this becomes a problem, it will take quite some time to
eliminate this issue completely.
The best thing to prevent these types of
infections is to groom the fur of your pet regularly. Once you let the hair
grow out, you should brush it frequently, so that it is clean at all times.
Pick up new clothes
As the weather is colder, it is time to
start looking for warm clothing for your pet. Even though the coat should help
manage the change in temperature, you don’t want to take the chance.
It is a great time to buy winter
clothes, as you can avoid paying exorbitant rates for these types of clothing.
Do make sure that the wardrobe you select is comfortable for your pet.
Once you start to
follow the tips highlighted above, your pet will find it easy to adjust to the
seasonal change. Do you know other things that a dog or cat owner should keep
in mind for fall? Leave a comment below, so that everyone knows about your
incredible tips!