Make sure your dog has fresh water during the colder months just as you would during the warmer months. They are just as likely to become dehydrated in the cold weather as they are in the warm weather. Remember that snow is not a good substitute for fresh water. Even if your dog stays out side, snow will not replace fresh water. It is especially important to make sure that they have a fresh supply of water if they stay outside in the cold as the water will freeze – so change it regularly.

2012 honda odyssey Snow has pretty much the same effect as rainstorms, only worse. When it snows, the car freezes over. This can be quite a nuisance, but also a hazard as well. When the brakes freeze (together with the rest of the car), they don’t work properly, and this could be dangerous.

There is nothing worse than not being able to see because of faulty wiper blades only to need to change them in the middle of a snow storm or freezing temperatures. It’s wise to replace your wipers before it gets too cold so that you are able to see clearly and you can avoid having to do this simple task in harsh temperatures.

prepare for winter Before you duck inside to get out of the cold, give your car’s interior the attention it needs. Although it may seem to be safe from the ravages of winter, it’s not. The dry air is a killer, and the sun’s UV rays have less ozone filtration in winter. Unless you do something, your dashboard, leather seating and door panels are sitting outside, silently being chewed up. The solution is 303 Aerospace Protectant. It’s amazing. Simply spray and wipe on all plastic, leather and vinyl surfaces.

cars in winter Cold – Do not leave your dog outside for long periods of time because dogs can get frostbite on their paws, tails and ears. The wind-chill makes days even colder than the thermometer says so be aware of this too.

Your heater won’t work though if your car is not properly winterized. Many times people will neglect this important measure, until it’s too late, to make sure the “coolant” is clean, adjusted to the proper “anti-freeze” mixture, and the coolant system is at the proper level.