Provide Dry Bedding and Check Water Sources Regularly

If your dog spends any amount of time outdoors in the winter months their are two things that you must be aware of. The first is providing proper bedding and replacing it regularly so that it does not get wet and freeze. Straw is great to use for bedding because it can easily be replaced and it is a great insulator.

The second thing that you must pay careful attention to if your dog stays outside in the winter months is their water bowl. A dogs water bowl will quickly freeze in winter months so you must keep a close eye on it to assure that your dog has access to fresh water.