Dogs can enjoy playing in snow in the wintertime, but the colder weather and darker evenings brings some challenges as well. Here are some tips to make sure that both you and your dog continue to stay fit and active during the winter months. 

Keep salt and grit off paws

Salt and grit which are used to keep roads and pavements clear in icy weather can build up on dog’s paws, causing irritation. Therefore, it is important to wash their paws if you have been walking on treated surfaces. The charity PDSA advises that you could also apply a thin layer of butter to the pads of the foot, to help prevent cracking.  

If your dog really seems to dislike walking on ice, snow, and grit, you could consider buying him a set of boots. This will keep the pads of his feet protected, and prevent snow from building up