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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
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Beth Ure

How cold does it have to be to not walk your dog

As temperatures sink and parts of UK are issued amber cold weather alerts, more and more dog owners will be worried about keeping their furry friend safe.

Temperatures around -4°C and below are too cold for short-haired dogs, while long-coated dogs can handle slightly lower temperatures, down to -9°C. If there's snow fall, that can present it's own set of challenges and dangers. Rachel Rodgers MCs, a clinical animal behaviourist, has shared her tips for keeping your pooch warm on winter walks.

Rodgers explained some of the signs to look out for in your dog and said: "Dogs will shiver when they are cold. Their ears may also feel cold to the touch. Some dogs will look stiff in their movements as they start to feel lethargic and may even have difficulty walking.

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