The floor is cold! The key to keeping small dogs warm in the cold is indoors. 3 tips to keep your dog warm in the winter

On winter mornings, the chilly air can make you shiver involuntarily. While we humans can easily stay warm with clothes and heaters, you might be thinking, "My pet has fur and stays indoors all the time, so it's fine."

In fact, for small dogs that are small and tend to stay close to the ground, indoors in winter can be full of unexpected dangers. In particular, the cold flooring that is common in Japanese homes and the dry air caused by air conditioning can be threatening to your dog's health.

In this article, the Petopop editorial team will introduce three important tips for keeping small dogs warm in the cold (indoors) that you can start putting into practice today. Let's spend the winter with your beloved dog safer and happier! 🐶❤️

Tip 1: Start from your feet. Prevent cold from building up on flooring

One of the biggest reasons small dogs feel cold is due to cold air getting in through the floor. Because cold air accumulates at the bottom, dogs who live close to the floor end up getting colder than we would think.

Actions you can take today

• Place a rug or mat: Place a thick rug or cork mat in the living room or bedroom where your dog often spends time. This alone will keep out the cold air from the floor.
• Relocate your pet's bed: Places near windows and doors can be particularly drafty and cold, so try moving the pet's bed to a warm, quiet corner of the room.
• Provide a fluffy bed: A dome-shaped bed that completely envelops the body and provides excellent insulation, or an additional fluffy blanket can also be effective.

Tip 2: Dryness is the root cause of all diseases! Humidity control to maintain moisture

Air conditioners are essential for keeping out the cold in winter. However, the warm air also robs the room of humidity, causing serious dryness. Dryness can lead to skin problems (dandruff, itchiness) and respiratory problems in dogs.

Actions you can take today

• Use a humidifier: Try to keep the humidity at a comfortable level for humans (50% to 60%). Make sure to place the humidifier in a safe place where your dog won't knock it over.
• Always have fresh drinking water available: Dry conditions can make your pet thirsty, so keep checking their water bowls regularly to make sure they always have fresh water available.
• Use moisturizing care: If your dog's paws are dry, we recommend gently treating them with a moisturizing cream for dogs.

Tip 3: Stylish and functional! Master your body temperature regulation with indoor wear

"Is it cruel to dress them indoors?" No, it's not! For single-coated dog breeds (such as toy poodles, Maltese, and Yorkshire terriers) that are particularly vulnerable to the cold, a layer of clothing indoors is an important item for maintaining body temperature.

Actions you can take today

• Choose light, easy-to-move clothing: Bulky, thick clothing can make it difficult to relax indoors. We recommend lightweight clothing that is stretchy and comfortable against the skin.
• Layer clothes according to the situation: On days when there is a big difference in temperature between daytime and morning and evening, you can keep your cat comfortable by layering, just like humans, by wearing a vest over a T-shirt or tank top.

Petopop's items combine trendy design with functionality, and range from soft innerwear to stylish outerwear, so you're sure to find the perfect winter outfit for your beloved dog.

Summary: Small tips to make winter more comfortable for your dog

This time, we introduced three tips for keeping small dogs warm indoors : 1) Preventing cold floors, 2) Managing dryness and humidity, and 3) Using indoor wear .

Because our beloved dogs can't speak, it's important for us owners to read their signs and create a comfortable environment for them. With a little ingenuity, you can keep your dog warm and healthy all winter long. Give it a try today!