Dog owners warned against dangerous conditions which could see your pet collapsing
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An expert has issued a warning to dog owners as the UK continues to be battered with cold conditions. The nation has experienced an icy grip since the beginning of the year. According to Canine Cottages - which provides dog-friendly holiday homes - and clinical animal behaviourist, Rachel Rodgers, freezing temperatures and icy conditions can have a huge impact on your pooch's health.
![[Rachel suggested dog owners purchase a coat for furry friends that are vulnerable to colder temperatures whilst out on walks (stock image)]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/10/13/93958103-14270195-image-a-2_1736516335769.jpg)
Speaking to the Liverpool Echo, Rachel warned: 'If your dog slows down on their walk, is cold to the touch, slows their breathing or worse, collapses during or after the walk, you must seek veterinary attention immediately.'. The expert stressed that in such situations, it's crucial to warm your dog up gradually, and advises against the use of hot water bottles and heat pads.
![[In the past two weeks alone, a spike in online searches for 'depression in dogs' has surged by 62 per cent, while searches for 'dog depression' have jumped by 21 per cent (stock image)]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/15/13/94117031-14287257-image-a-17_1736947774796.jpg)
In the UK, pets are not often exposed to extreme temperatures - but the cold weather impacts various species and ages of pups differently, with lifestyle being an added factor. In the UK, pets are not often exposed to extreme temperatures - but the cold weather impacts various species and ages of dogs differently, with lifestyle being an added factor (stock image).
![[Dr Anna advised owners to look out for changes in their dogs' behaviour over the colder months, such as lethargy, loss of appetite or weight fluctuations (stock image)]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/15/13/94121167-14287257-image-a-33_1736948133438.jpg)
Certain types of dogs are especially at risk of struggling in colder temperatures, particularly puppies, older dogs, pups with less fur and those with existing health issues. According to the expert, puppies cannot effectively regulate their body temperature, meaning owners need to take caution when taking them outside.
