Get your pet’s feet ready before going out
Frozen sidewalks and roadways can be uncomfortable and even dangerous for dogs, especially if they are treated with de-icing products like rock salt, warns Dr. Erin Wilson, medical director of the ASPCA Adoption Center. She recommends applying petroleum jelly to their paw pads before venturing outdoors and/or using pet booties to help minimize contact with harmful ice-melting agents.
