Protect your pet from winter woes!
 In many areas, winter is a season of bitter cold and numbing wetness. Help your pets remain happy and healthy during the colder months by following these simple guidelines.
Don't leave dogs outdoors when the temperature drops. Most dogs, and all cats, are safer indoors, except when taken out for exercise. Regardless of the season, shorthaired, very young, or old dogs and all cats should never be left outside without supervision. Short-coated dogs may feel more comfortable wearing a sweater during walks.
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No matter what the temperature, windchill can threaten a pet's life. A dog or cat is happiest and healthiest when kept indoors. If your dog is an outdoor dog, however, he/she must be protected by a dry, draft-free doghouse that is large enough to allow the dog to sit and lie down comfortably, but small enough to hold in his/her body heat.
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Pets who spend a lot of time outdoors need more food in the winter because keeping warm depletes energy. Routinely check your pet's water dish to make certain the water is fresh and unfrozen. Use plastic food and water bowls rather than metal; when the temperature is low, your pet's tongue can stick and freeze to metal.
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The children's group at the Ono United Methodist church has been collecting food and supplies for the Humane Society as a service project for Kids4Jesus.
If you are interested in donating supplies please donate at the following locations:
1) Annville Cleona Veterinary Associates
1259 E. Main St., Annville
(next to Marty's Music Store)
2) Annville Veterinary Hospital (Dr. Rill)
on Route 934 South of Annville
3) BG's Value Market
on Old Rt. 22 Jonestown
4) Seaman's Market in Grantville
This month the children, with the help of the Youth Group,made toys for cats and dogs. The children and youth workred on making dog bandannas and braiding dog chew toys as well as making catnip balls and feather toys for cats.
Audrey Gongloff
Click here to see pictures of the Kids4Jesus Humane Society Project! |
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