Summary
A dog owner in Long Island, New York, filmed their Scottish terrier's fur freezing during a winter walk. The video shared on Instagram shows how snow clumps can form on long-haired dogs, which experts say is common but not dangerous. Veterinarians advise removing the icy snow quickly and warming the pet when back indoors.
Key Facts
- A Scottish terrier's fur froze during a winter walk, which was shared in a viral Instagram video.
- The video has over 585,000 views and 15,300 likes on Instagram.
- Snow clumps form on dogs' fur when snow melts and refreezes as they move.
- These clumps are not dangerous but can irritate the dog's skin if left too long.
- Veterinarians recommend using a whisk, blow-dryer, or warm water to remove snow clumps.
- Dogs can ingest harmful chemicals from de-icers or salt if they chew snowballs off.
- It is advised to check dogs' paws after walks, as ice and chemicals can cause harm.
