My dogs are outside. How can I keep them warm and safe in winter?

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Can dogs survive outside in the winter if he/she have another dog to stay with and plenty of bedding? Is there anything more I can do to ensure a better winter for my outside dogs? I assume with another dog to warm up with it could be better. I'm also going to buy heaters, but I want to make sure he will survive well. Sadly it's not my decision they are outside and I'm trying to make it as best as I can for them. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 10 months and 16 days old | 65 lbs

Daniel Fonza, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concern. I would definitely provide a heat source for them in the winter, especially if it is going to hit freezing temperatures. I worry about hypothermia if there is no heat source. I would also provide an insulated area for them. Small dog houses can be built quite easily and still be low cost. There are many templates online of how to build a dog house with insulation. Dog beds, blankets and another dog to keep warm with would help as well. If the temperature are too low outside, it is not advisable to keep them outdoors as this could result in hypothermia and even lead to death. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be happy to help you further!

My dogs are outside. How can I keep them warm and safe in winter?

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