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If you have a dog that stays outside be sure to provide it with adequate shelter from the weather. There are some good dog houses on the market that help our furry friends stay safe, dry, warm and/or cool, depending on the time of year.

If you can’t bring your dog inside the house permanently, then invest in a quality dog house. This is just one way to show your dog that you are just as devoted to him as he is to you.

In the fall and winter months when it gets cold out, put some hay or cedar chips down in your dog’s house to help keep him warm and cozy during those chilly days and nights. Some dog houses are equipped with flaps over the door to keep the wind and rain out of the house, providing even more shelter.

In the summertime, when temperatures start climbing, provide your outside pet with a well-constructed dog house near a nice shade tree. The shade of a good tree not only will shield your dog from direct sunlight but it will help keep him cooler and happier during the hot summer months.

Don’t forget to give your dog fresh drinking water every day and make sure his water bowl can’t be easily knocked over, depriving him of much-needed water. I love those sturdy stainless-steel food and water bowls. They cost a little more but are worth it!

If it’s really hot outside, put a handful of ice cubes in your dog’s water bowl to keep the water cool longer.

Show your outside dog extra love and attention. Play fetch for 30 minutes a day, take him for a nice walk or just sit next to him and let him know you’re there. It’s important that dogs interact with people, this keeps them happy, healthy and well-adjusted.

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