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The Hidden Danger of Frostbite in Dogs

How Midwest Winters Challenge Outdoor Dogs

Gargi Chakravorty

When Jack Thompson noticed his German Shepherd limping back from their usual evening walk, something felt different. This wasn’t the regular excitement of playing in fresh snow – Duke was favoring his front paw and shivering despite his thick coat. That night changed everything Thompson thought he knew about dogs and winter weather. After a ...

Frostbite: More Than Just Cold Paws

How Cold Winters Threaten Pets in Minnesota

Gargi Chakravorty

When you think about Minnesota winters, your mind probably jumps to ice fishing, hockey, and maybe some polar plunges by brave locals. But there’s another story playing out every winter that doesn’t make the headlines – the quiet emergency happening in backyards, shelters, and veterinary clinics across the state. Minnesota can get very cold. The ...