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Dog experts have recently reminded owners that their pets may drink less during the winter months, and it's crucial for owners to ensure their beloved pets are still consuming enough water. And now may be a good time to stop giving them cold water.

The reason they drink less is because as the mercury drops, our pets lose less fluid and, similar to us humans, don't feel the need to hydrate as much as they did in the summer. It's not just a concern raised by the experts at Forthglade , as Google searches for 'dog dehydration' have surged by 144% over the past month alone.

Brand ambassador and Media Vet, Dr James Greenwood, explained: “Throughout the colder months, it’s completely normal for dogs to drink less water. A

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