{"id":254,"date":"2017-11-12T09:33:00","date_gmt":"2017-11-12T09:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bostonzest.com\/?p=254"},"modified":"2017-11-12T09:33:00","modified_gmt":"2017-11-12T09:33:00","slug":"winter-holiday-preparations-for-families-that-include-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/bostonzest.com\/?p=254","title":{"rendered":"Winter & Holiday Preparations for Families that Include Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you think about preparing for winter, your first thoughts might be about snow tires or weatherproofing windows, but there are some dog related items you might want to add to your winter preparation list.<\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/span>Maxie looks great in her winter sweater!<\/em><\/p>\n

Before all the de-icing supplies for your building are purchased, you might ask that pet safe de-icer<\/a>\"\" be used rather than salt or other toxic chemicals. This will not only benefit your dog, but also all the dogs who pass your home. It may even help some inside kitties since the people in the family won\u2019t track in potential poisons.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Poppy loves winter more than we do. This is her response when we say she's been out too long.<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

If your winter gear is in storage, it\u2019s time for a switch. Put away the beach gear, life jackets, and sun shades. If you haven\u2019t taken a good look at your dog\u2019s winter supplies, such as jackets, boots, sweaters, and your own cold weather walk equipment, now is a good time to assess and resupply before a sudden storm calls for full winter gear.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have a car and your dog travels with you, winter requires protection for seats from snowy, muddy paws. If you use car services, be sure to bring a towel or waterproof pad when your dog shares your ride. We always contact the driver to say we\u2019re bringing a dog and something to protect your car seat.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Zipcar requires that members use a travel crate or bag when they take a pet along. In addition to the crate, we cover the back seat with waterproof pads so that Poppy can walk to her crate without leaving behind paw prints, sand, mud, or salt.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are a few more of our winter tips for dog families:<\/strong><\/p>\n