If you’ve got a dog - you need to winterize his or her paws.

In the winter months, your dog’s paws are really vulnerable to some serious damage. 

Exposure to the elements can result in drying, cracking, trauma, frostbite and chemical burns. Canine King Caesar has some precautions we need to take for our best friends’ feet. He says you’ll need some protective balm for the paws. You can find that in most drug or pet stores. If not, use Vaseline. Some people use cooking spray on the paws that helps prevent snow and ice from packing in between the pads - but your dog may lick that off. You’ll also need to trip any fur or feathering around the paws that pick up snow and ice. 

Apply the balm just before your walk or time outdoors. As soon as your pooch is back inside, wipe the paws with a warm washcloth. This will clear away any snow, ice or dangerous chemicals in salt and de-icers.