Well, your little guy and you are in for a temperature shock! I live in the north east US, have had dogs all my life, but I found out that Yorkies do not have undercoats and they do tend to get cold easily.
Homes in the north tend to have drafty or just plain cold floors and since these little ones are so close to the floor they feel the cold more than we do. Gracie has a long coat but it is not enough to keep her warm when it is chilly. I have gotten her sweater dresses to keep her warm when she gets chilly inside. I also got her some socks for when her feet get cold. She has her winter coats for outside. Some people have purchased shoes or boots for their dogs but I have not found that necessary. I just avoid any salted sidewalks or streets. Salt can be very painful on the dog's feet. They do sell a brand that is harmless to animals but most people don't use it. I don't live in town so it's not much of an issue for us.
When you look at sweaters think about going up a size if you can when you order. They tend to be tight and many times shrink when washed.
I sometimes use a heating pad for my knee and found that Gracie is very attracted to it. I also have an electric throw that I keep on low for her when she seems uncomfortable. She is a heat seeker. I hope you are well prepared for the winter. Depending on where you live you may want to think about what you would do during an extended electricity outage. Ice storms have been brutal the last few years and they can put the power out for days. Hopefully, you won't have that issue but it is something to think about. I hope you have a happy and successful move. |