Louisville is seeing extreme cold temperatures Wednesday that are causing school delays and cancellations.
If it’s too cold for kids to stand at the bus stop, it’s too cold for pups to be out in the cold for very long. Dog owners may struggle to get their pets to use the bathroom when it’s this cold.
Here are some tips on how to help your four-legged friend go potty in the cold and how residents can report any neglected pets you see out in the subzero temperatures.
❄️:Jefferson County Public Schools announce non-traditional instruction day for Wednesday
Why won’t my dog pee or poop in the snow? Why won’t my puppy potty in cold weather?
Not all dogs are fans of winter, so refusing to go outside to potty is common in pups that have become accustomed to the heat and warmth of the indoors. They may just need a little help to make the cold weather outside a little more bearable.
Below are some of the best answers provided to help your dog potty in the snow:
Put socks on your dog’s feet.
IndyStar‘s Matt Glenesk said, “We put socks on our dog’s feet and put rubber bands around them. Now he’s jumping in the snow for fun.”
But Charlie still seemed hesitant to go outside.
The sock trick worked for other dog owners. Indiana resident Lindsay Ray found success in getting her pooch to poo by putting socks on her paws.
Socks also worked for this schnauzer.
Clear a path and dig up a grass patch.
One friend said, “I dug out a patch of grass and then had to carry her from the house to the patch of grass and she finally went!”
Apply Petroleum jelly to the paws and in between the pads before your pups go out.
Another reader recommended a product called Musher’s Secret. It claims to be an “all-season paw protection” for your dog. The dense, barrier wax forms a breathable bond with your dog’s paws to provide protection in even the most extreme conditions.
Salt and other chemicals used to melt snow and ice can irritate the pads of your pet’s feet. If your pooches’ paws are trekking through the stuff, be sure to wipe their paws with a damp towel.
Buy dog booties.
This adorable pup is wearing rubber booties. Owner Beth Maier says, “Works great!” I found tons of dog boots on Amazon.
Get warm and get it done quickly.
Other dogs wore jackets to keep warm. Owners said the dogs hurry and do their business and they quickly bring them back inside.
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How to report animals left out in the cold in Louisville
Residents in Jefferson County can call 502-473-7387, select their language preference, and then press 1 to report to Animal Control, according to Jackson. Residents can leave a message if no one answers.
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