A Frosty Window, a Warm Floor, and a Rottweiler With a Calf Beside Him
Frost has painted lacy ferns on the window glass, and two friends are sitting close to it to watch the cold. A black-and-tan Rottweiler lies on the floor with calm eyes, and a brown-and-white calf sits beside him with her little white-tipped hooves tucked under her and her nose turned toward his. A row of boots, a plant and a folded blanket crowd the corner, a clear sign that the cold has driven everyone indoors.
Winter calls for a few extra pet precautions. Short-haired dogs can feel the cold more than thick-coated ones, so limit time outdoors when it is freezing, and dry their paws after walks because salt and ice melt can irritate skin. Never leave pets outside for long in extreme cold, and provide a warm, dry place to sleep.
Rottweilers, with their short, dense coats, usually enjoy a warm spot when the weather turns cold. They are devoted dogs who like to be near their people, and they are generally calm indoors with enough daily exercise. Large breeds in winter also benefit from a thick bed to keep their joints comfortable.
Outside is for icy fingers, inside is for blankets. Clover looks content to stay in, with her big, dark friend next to her. The frost can have the glass to itself while the room stays toasty.






