Can my dog adapt to cold weather?

Question

I've lived in Texas for all my life and am thinking of moving to Newfoundland (Canada). I want to know if my Pomeranian, who is used to warm weather, can adapt with out getting sick or dying.

Answer 1

Yes...my friend took his short haired terrier mix back with him from Belize, Central America, where the dog was born and raised.  He had to wear a little doggie coat and booties (much to my male friend's embarrassment) in the snow for awhile until he adapted to the drastic climate change.

His Christmas photo to me of Taco showed him diving (coat and bootie free) into a huge snow bank.  The caption with the pix said "From Beach Bum to Snow Bunny in one fell swoop!  

Answer 2

Dogs are one of the most adaptable species on the planet.  Just make sure that the dog has plenty of exercise and warmth and shelter the rest of the time.

Answer 3

The dog will have a better chance of adapting to its newhome then you will.

Texas to Newfoundland, I hope you realize what your getting yourself into. Newfoundland is beautiful but a whole different world then Texas.

Answer 4

I live in Canada, and I can tell you, in the summer Canada is hot. You Pomeranian will be able to survive the Spring, Summer, and Fall.

It depends how far north in Newfoundland your moving to. Canadian winters can reach up to -35 degrees. (In Ontario, I don't know about Newfoundland.) But so far winter has not been so cold, over the years, as compared to 10 years ago. Maybe global warming. I think you should keep your pomeranian inside if its -10 outside. A little dog like that, used to Texan weather will not be able to stand that. Buy a vest to keep him warm, from your pet shop, and buy one that is waterproof! (From the snow.) Don't want your dog to freeze even more than (s)he already was.

Over time your pomeranian will be able to adapt, just like us humans. Don't be suprised if (s)he doesn't eat for the first few days of moving though. Dogs will be shocked from that move. I suggest you move in the Spring, Fall or Summer. It's easier, and your dog will be able to adapt quicker. But first I advise you to check with your vetrinarian, for advice and tips for relocating a dog to cold weather.

Hope this helped, and good luck!

Answer 5

Being a little dog I would imagine that it would be inside most all of the time especially when it is really cold so I doubt it would be any problem for the little guy and when you do take it out put a sweater on him when it is really really cold. Truthfully the little guy will probably like it better in the cooler weather instead of the high temperatures..It gets cold in Texas too during the winter.  

Answer 6

that's why they have fur. With a small dog like yours though, a simple shirt or sweater can give extra warmth.

Answer 7

Poms are too small to be left out!  She doesn't have a goood boady fat index which will make her get cold faster.  Don't leave her outside for extended periods of time.  Yes, she's a dog with a fur coat, but it's a thin coat w/no fat.  Not all dogs are created equal!

  My dalmation burned when he was outside for too long in AZ.  I lived in MI as well and we put sweaters on them when the stayed out for a long time since it would be zero below or colder.  Also get some booties in she'll be in snow.  It's not for the fashion aspect (Lord knows I hate when owners dress up their dogs) but if it's for practical purposes, do it!

  My neighbors cat froze in the snow when left out overnight, so YES, it's a serious issue in keeping our pets warm!

Answer 8

a pomeranian should do fairly well. if not, you can always buy a vest (to keep warm, not fashion)  

Answer 9

So long as you do not leave your dog outside all the time, he will not have any problem with his new environment.

A small dog will definitely find cold weather difficult, far more than a larger dog, so, he MUST  be kept indoors, or, yes, he could die from the cold.

If he only goes out for a quick toilet break, or for a walk (in which case put a jumper on him), then he will not have any problems with the change in his environment.

Answer 10

Crissy C, I wish I had a a newfoundland.

Answer 11

Yes it will as it will grow a thicker coat to adapt to the colder climate.