Cold Weather Hazards & Care for Hunting Dogs 

Intro 

Cold Weather Hazards to Gundogs

• Age of Your Dogs – 
• Physical Conditioning – 
• Nutrition in Cold Weather – 
• Cold Weather Acclimation & Hypothermia – 
• Falling Through Ice – 

Signs of a Cold Dog

• Shivering – 
• Refusing Commands – 
• Ineffective at Tasks – 
• Refusing to Carry On – Sitting, picking up or carrying a limb
• Reduced Olfactory – 

Physical Health Care During Winter

• Wear Vests – 
• Check Footpads – Booties and Paw Care Products 
• Watch for Injuries –  
• Watch out for Antifreeze – 
• Up to Date Vaccinations – 

Kennel Care During Winter

• Clean & Dry Bedding 
• Protected from Wind & Drafts 
• Maintain Temperature 
• Kennel Runs 
• Stocked with Food 

How Cold is Too Cold?