A dog's reaction to touching snow for the first time went viral, striking a chord with those who also cannot stand the winter months.
A November 23 TikTok video posted to the account @mcmocci showed how an Italian greyhound, Mocca, immediately rejected the idea of touching snow. In the clip, the owner went outside with Mocca and placed him on the snowy ground. Instead of staying and quickly conducting business, Mocca apparently decided he would hold off until the snow melted.
He turned around to head back to the apartment without hesitation. As fast as he could, he ran down the hallway and up the stairs. He didn't even wait for his owner. All he could think about was his bed and how dare his owner put him through that wintry torture.
One would think dogs would get used to the snow because it's sometimes unavoidable. They need to go outside to go to the bathroom. But not for Mocca.
"It's his reaction every time, even with rain or in general cold weather outside," the owner told Newsweek via TikTok. "He prefers the warm cozy bed."
The clip quickly amassed over 1.4 million views and 117,200 likes as of Friday. Viewers joined in his sentiment asking: "...who needs winter?"
Others commented on what ran through this dog's mind. "I require insidesies now," said a TikTok user, while a second wrote: "He said, 'Nah I'm out. Where's my bed?'"
Another added: "I heard him say, 'And don't neva do that ish again.'"
Winter Safety for Dogs
The frigid winter months are just as much of a safety hazard for dogs as the summer's scorching temperatures. Owners must stay alert as the dry and cold air can lead to chapped paws and itchy skin. Even the chemicals used to help melt ice can be dangerous to dogs if they lick it off their paws. To keep your dogs safe during the winter season, consider implementing the following tips shared by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).
Before going outside, add petroleum jelly to their paw pads or have them wear dog booties to protect them from salt or chemical agents on the ground. Avoid shaving your dog's fur down to their skin in winter. The longer fur provides warmth. However, if your dog is long-haired, still trim their fur to minimize any ice or snow getting stuck to them. For those with short-haired dogs, consider dressing them in a coat or sweater.
As your dog comes inside, towel dry them or have a humidifier running as going from the cold outside to a warm home can cause itchy, flaking skin. Pay attention to their feet and paw pads and remove any stuck snow to avoid skin irritation. You'll want to wash them as well to remove salt, ice and chemicals.
Avoid bathing your dog, if possible, because washing too often could remove essential oils. This can increase the possibility of them developing dry and flaky skin. Because pets burn extra energy trying to stay warm, feed them a little extra during the winter months. Be sure they drink plenty of water too. Finally, make sure they have a warm place to sleep that is off the floor and away from any drafts.
Remember, if it's too cold for you, it's probably too cold for your dogs.
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