January Blog- Keeping Your Dog Warm This Winter

Providing the right care during the winter months is essential to keep your dog warm, comfortable, and safe. In our first blog of 2025, we’ll be going over a few tips you can use to make sure your dog stays warm and healthy. This is especially important if you are hunting with them this time of year!

Suitable Shelter:

Make sure your dog has a sturdy and well-insulated kennel for protection from the wind, rain, and snow. Position the kennel off the ground to prevent cold from seeping in and use materials like straw or hay for bedding to add an extra layer of insulation.

Stay Active:

Exercise generates body heat, so make sure your dog stays active even in the colder months. Plan shorter, more frequent exercise regiments to prevent your dog from getting too cold. Play interactive games that keep them moving, both to stimulate their mind and generate warmth. Shorter hunts may also be necessary if the temperatures are too low.

Adjust Diet Accordingly:

Dogs burn more calories in colder weather to stay warm. Consult with your veterinarian to determine if your dog's diet needs adjusting during the winter months. Providing a slightly higher calorie intake may be necessary to help them maintain a healthy weight and generate extra warmth. Check out our High Energy 24/20 and Super Meal 30/20 for high-calorie, nutrient rich, highly digestible formulas that provide more energy to keep your dog warm this winter.

At the end of the day, if it gets too cold or you do not have the means to provide them a warm shelter outside, it’s best to bring them inside when temperatures drop drastically. Make sure if you plan on hunting that your dog has a high-calorie diet with Joy Dog Food. Check out our products and find a dealer near you on our website!