Please follow these five steps to keep animals safe during this cold weather warning:

1. If possible, bring pets or feral cats that you’re familiar with indoors to a garage or basement.

2. Bundle up your pup in a jacket or sweater during their walk, especially if their coat is made of hair (vs. fur)

3. Before you start your engine, look under and pound on your vehicle’s hood to wake a napping cat trying to keep warm.

4. Never leave your pet alone inside your vehicle, which won’t stay warm for long after your engine has turned off.

5. If your pet MUST remain outdoors, make sure that are in a winter-friendly shelter that has the following components: three-sided enclosure, stands off the ground, contains generous amounts of bedding, and plenty of (un-frozen) drinking water.