Suffolk County SPCA
News Alert

 

 

SUFFOLK COUNTY

SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS


 

January 7, 2015

  

Suffolk County SPCA                                                          CONTACT:  Chief Roy Gross       

Your Local SPCA Serving Suffolk County                                   ( 631) 382-SPCA (7722)        

725 Veterans Hwy. Bldg. 16 

Hauppauge, NY 11788-0099                                                       www.suffolkspca.org                                                                      

WARNING -  WINTER STORM WATCH

REMEMBER YOUR PETS  

 
With freezing temperatures, snow and strong winds in the forecast,  think about protection your pets. The Suffolk County SPCA recommends bringing your pets inside during cold winter weather.


 

 Hypothermia can result from extended exposure to cold and is life-threatening condition.


 

 Be Alert to Frostbite:  Skin can turn red, white or gray and scaly.  If you suspect frostbite, contact your vet immediately. 

 

Be Aware of Exposure Time:  
Dogs who are ill, old, very young, or shorthaired cannot endure prolonged exposure to winter weather.  Take them out only to relieve themselves.  Many dogs need boots in winter weather, regardless of coat length.  If your dog frequently lifts up his paws, whines or stops on his walks, his feet are uncomfortably cold and may need dog booties for his paws.

 

 

 

Dog House:  Dogs left outdoors in inclement weather must be provided with shelter appropriate to breed, physical condition and the climate.  Minimum standards for adequate shelter include a permanent structure with a waterproof roof, structural soundness, and sufficient insulation to protect from the inclement weather, space to make normal postural movements, freedom from excessive dirt, trash, or waste, and a clean surrounding area that does not threaten the well-being.  

If you have bunnies who live outside, make sure they have a warm, dry hutch with plenty of bedding that is out of the wind.  Water is important too as is some extra food.  Cover the hutch with a tarp.  

For outdoor pets, make sure your pet has fresh, non frozen drinking water available. And remember, clean your pet's feet. Salt can irritate or burn, as well as causing vomiting and in some pets can even cause seizures.  Antifreeze has a sweet, attractive smell to pets and can be deadly if ingested.


 

Remember this is the law and will be enforced!

 

Remember if you feel cold so do your pets.

  

 

"Protecting Suffolk County's animals is the only job we do!"

 

   
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