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They offered the following tips for owners:

• Keep your pets indoors. They can become hypothermic, meaning their body temperature can fall below normal levels, if left outside. They are much safer and happier indoors.

• Invest in a pet sweater for shorthaired breed dogs. Watch for signs your pet is cold when on walks. Like us, they shiver when cold.

• Never leave pets alone in cars. When the engine is off, a car can act as a refrigerator, holding in the cold.

• Keep your dog on a leash – especially during bad weather or snowstorms when they can lose their ability to find their way by smell.

• Make sure all of your pets have a warm place to sleep - away from drafts.

• Clean your dog’s paws, legs and stomach to remove snow and snow removal chemicals after walks. The chemicals can be irritating to their pads, and hazardous if licked. .

• Consult with your veterinarian in order to provide the proper type and amount of food for the season.

• Keep your dogs away from antifreeze and clean up antifreeze spills immediately. Many dogs like the sweet smell and taste. Even small amounts can be deadly.

• Regularly groom your pet to keep the coat supple and prepared for the cold.

• Pets can get frostbite, too. Watch for red, gray or whitish areas on your dog's nose, ears and feet. Also, watch out for "ice balls," or balls of slushy snow that form between your dog's toes. Keeping fur between the toes clipped is a good way to prevent this.

• Please make sure your dog is licensed and has a current ID tag

For more information, visit www.nycacc.org.