As north Texas finally gets to freezing temperatures, a daily question is how cold is too cold? No easy answer, unlike the TV stations telling you that a magical temperature says bring them inside. It depends on the breed most of all. A Chihuahua thinks 50 is cold, a Husky says that is hot. It depends on the age. Young pups are not too bright. They will get soaking wet and get very cold, while geriatric pets cannot handle low temperatures. It also depends on the transition. In the Midwest and North, pets are adapted to much cooler temperatures, while our pets are more adjusted to the Texas Summer.
So, what should you do? Use common sense and judgement. Provide bedding and shelter from rain.
Lastly, from my experience, I see ten times more problems with heat over cold. Very few
