After some warm, almost springtime weather, we're back to being cold and snowy. My sweet angel pup Astrid loved cold, snowy weather, so today's memories of her are in honor of that.
One of my favorite things to do on Astrid's wintertime walks was getting photos of her paw prints in the snow. She lost a toe to cancer when she was just 4 years old, and she happily lived the rest of her 8 years with just 3 toes on her back right foot.
See that 3-toed paw print in there? I love it so much.
Warm wishes to all!
Warm wishes to all!
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Flashback Doodle of the Day
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Tip of the Day
Today's tip can relate to our own furbabies as well as ferals, strays, and other animals who live outdoors. When ice comes into play during the winter months, be very cautious when using salt, or ice melt. Most traditional salts on the market contain ingredients that can be toxic and can irritate cats' and dogs' paw pads. Irritation can also occur in the mouth, as well as in the intestinal tract, which is a concern if the animal directly ingests the salt or licks it off of their paws after walking through it. So, for the sake of your furbabies as well as ferals and other outdoor animals, avoid using typical ice melts. Instead, do your research or ask your veterinarian for recommendations on pet-safe ice melts. There are some ice melts on the market that are far more safe than typical salt used for melting ice, but even some labeled as pet-friendly can still contain ingredients that might be questionable. For this reason, it is always important to do your research. You can also opt for other alternatives, such as tossing some sand or other other similar, safe substrate on top of ice that forms in the winter. Sand and other such materials can allow for better traction and reduced slippage on ice, while avoiding chemicals included in many ice melts.
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