Does your pup seem to have a dry nose and ears during the winter? While winter can be a wonderful time of year, it can also bring with it some issues for our four-legged friends. Not only are their paws prone to dryness, but so are their noses and ears. In this blog post we will explore why dogs get dry noses and ears in the winter, how you can help soothe them and prevent them from getting worse. Read on to learn more about caring for your pup's skin during the colder months!

Why Do Dogs Get Dry Nose and Ears?

Dogs often experience dry noses due to low humidity levels. As air is drier in the wintertime, moisture is drawn out of the skin, including on your pup’s nose and ears. This can cause the skin to crack and become irritated. In addition to dryness, the cold weather can also cause dogs to develop allergies or infections due to an increased amount of pollen in the air. Since a dog’s nose is responsible for filtering out allergens, their sensitive snout can become irritated from all of these factors.

Why Does It Get Worse in the Winter?

The winter season brings with it a number of environmental changes that can contribute to dry noses and ears on our furry friends. Cold temperatures draw moisture away from the skin, leading to dryness, cracking, and irritation around your pup's nose and ears. In addition, the dry air combined with low humidity levels can cause irritation and itching in these sensitive areas of your pup's body. On top of this, allergens in the air during winter months can further irritate a dog’s nose, resulting in a dry and sometimes cracked snout.

Tips to Soothe Dry Nose and Ears

If your pup is suffering from a dry nose and ears during the colder months, there are some things you can do to soothe it. Start by giving them extra hydration throughout the day. Offer them plenty of fresh water to drink, or even add bone broth to their food for an additional boost of moisture. You should also consider investing in a humidifier for your home to ensure that the air is not too dry. Additionally, you can soothe dry skin and wrinkles with a combination of Squishface Wrinkle Wipes and Squishface Wrinkle Paste

Tips to Prevent Dry Nose and Ears

The best way to prevent your doggo from developing dry noses and ears in the winter is by keeping them hydrated. Make sure they always have access to clean, fresh water throughout the day and add bone broth if possible. You should also regularly groom your dog's fur and ears, as doing so will help keep their coat healthy and free of allergens. Consider investing in an air purifier for your home as well, as this can help reduce the amount of allergens in the air. Finally, consistent grooming is key to keep their skin healthy. Make sure to add Squishface products to your dog care routine to help protect their skin from drying out.

The Bottom Line

Dogs can experience dry noses and ears during the winter months due to low humidity levels and allergens in the air. To keep your pup comfortable throughout this season, it's important to ensure they are hydrated and groomed regularly. Additionally, investing in an air purifier and humidifier at home can also help reduce dryness on their sensitive snout. Lastly, be sure you're applying our Wrinkle Wipe and Wrinkle Paste combo to soothe any irritation that may occur. With these tips, you and your pup can enjoy the winter season!

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