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A Tiny Puppy Stepped Into Fresh Snow and Stopped to Think About It

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Fresh snow covers the yard, and a black-and-white puppy sits in the middle of it with a bit of white clinging to her paw. Small paw prints trail around her, and her fluffy fur fits in so well with the snow that she seems almost to be part of the scene. A wooden fence and some bare shrubs stand behind her, and her expression is one of calm surprise.

Snow is a new experience for puppies, and they react in different ways. Some leap and dig in it, others stand still and wonder what happened to the lawn. Short outings are best, since small dogs lose body heat quickly, and a puppy should come inside when she starts shivering or lifting her paws. Dry her off afterward, especially her feet and belly.

Ice melt and salt used on walkways can irritate paws and be harmful if licked, so wipe her feet after each outing. The Havanese coat can collect snowballs between the toes and on the legs, so a gentle comb helps, and keeping the hair trimmed around the feet can make winter easier. Your vet can advise on cold-weather care.

This small explorer is taking in the quiet world with interest. The snow is cold, the yard is changed, and something wonderful is clearly about to happen. She may take a step, or she may keep sitting, and both would be perfect.

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