Dog owners have been urged to take one straightforward measure to help prevent a potentially painful winter problem. This simple solution helps to stop ice from building up in your pet's coat.

As UK temperatures begin to drop, many of us are starting to feel the bite of winter. Yet, it may not have occurred to you that your cherished pooch could also be experiencing the cold.

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) has provided some guidance on its website regarding how to keep dogs safe during cold weather. The charity explained: "Dogs feel the cold. Winter can impact their health and behaviour, as well as expose them to outdoor poisons."

Within its recommendations, it advised clipping the hair around their paws and ears. "This prevents ice balls from formi

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