I’m a dog expert – these are the breeds that feel the cold most in the winter

It’s winter, and while temperatures across the UK are plummeting, it turns out it’s not just people who are suffering from the cold, but dogs too.

Anyone who has a dog knows that regular walks are essential to their health, but this can become difficult, especially during the colder months.

However, British dog expert Lorna Winter, co-founder of puppy training app Zigzag, said some breeds tolerate the cold better while others struggle with it.

Breeds such as Newfoundlands and Bernese Mountain Dogs love the cold and sometimes even refuse to return to their owners due to their thick double coat that keeps them warm and dry.

Lorna told metro: “If you need a hat and scarf to stand outside, chances are your pup will be cold too.”

It’s winter and while temperatures across the UK are plummeting, it turns out it’s not just people who are suffering from the cold, dogs are too (file photo)

She added: “Breeds that tolerate cold better (often because they have thicker fur, double coats or heavier bodies) include Newfoundlands, Siberian Huskies, Tibetan Mastiffs and Norwegian Elkhounds.”

The dog expert explained that small dogs and dogs with shorter hair will feel the cold more, but if they exercise a lot this effect will be reduced.

She listed breeds such as Chihuahuas, whippets and French bulldogs among those that struggle to cope with the cold.

Puppies were also a candidate because they are so short that they are physically closer to cold sidewalks than a larger dog.

She advised owners of these breeds to wrap their dogs in a coat or even an adorable onesie to help them manage their fine coats.

Dog boots were also a good option, Lorna said, as they would keep your pup’s paws from touching the frozen ground.

But if the temperature drops and it drops below -5°C, it is better not to walk your dog until the weather warms up a little.

Signs that your dog is unhealthy include these. trembles, trembles, or tries to lean on you as a source of warmth.

Three Siberian Husky dogs in black and white coat look around in a white snowy area (stock image)

It comes after a study found people care more about their dogs than their cats.

At the risk of upsetting those who prefer cats, experts have found that people have higher levels of affection for dogs and are willing to pay higher vet fees for them.

The researchers recruited 2,117 people who owned dogs, cats, or both, and participants were asked to answer questions about caring for and bonding with their pets.

The analysis showed that in all countries and across all indicators, people care more about their dogs than about cats.

They had higher attachment scores for their dogs, were more likely to insure their dogs, generally expected more treatment options to be available for dogs, and were willing to pay more for that treatment.