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If I go barefoot in snow, my feet soon hurt, yet my dog happily walks in freezing temperatures. What makes those paws so resistant to cold?
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Dogs have several adaptations that help them to tolerate cold temperatures, including a layer of fur that provides insulation and helps retain body heat. However, the primary reason dogs can walk on snow and ice without experiencing pain or discomfort is that their paws are specially adapted for this purpose.
Dog paw pads are thicker and more resilient than the skin on human feet, providing a layer of insulation between the…
