Cold weather words of wisdom for pet owners

Blankets can keep pets warm, healthy in winter

Posted: Thursday, December 8, 2011 12:00 am | Updated: 8:13 am, Thu Dec 8, 2011.

Snuggled under a pink and white polka-dot blanket, Toffee, Taffy, Ebony and Skittles nibbled and growled at each other, completely unaware of the cold front in Lodi that will persist in the coming weeks.

The four puppies were among just a handful of dogs and cats being cared for at the Animal Friends Connection on Cherokee Lane, with manager Patricia Sherman spearheading the effort to make sure each and every one will be kept warm and well-fed during the cold winter months.

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Cold weather words of wisdom for pet owners