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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
National
Nia Dalton

Expert advises whether to walk your dog in the snow - and safety hazards to be aware of

With snowfall hitting parts of the UK and temperatures delving below freezing, many dog owners will be wondering if they can walk their pooches in the snow. While the cold weather can be a danger to pups, walkers can take their pets outside if they follow the rules to stay safe.

Carolyn Menteith, animal behaviourist at tails.com, shares her advice on how to tell if it's too cold outside. Carolyn told the Mirror : "First of all, it depends on your dog's breed or type. Some breeds have thick coats with an undercoat and enough body fat to easily cope with lower temperatures - and many even love the cold far more than a summer's day.

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