 Winter is here and for pet owners, there are a few tips to you should keep in mind when keeping those furry ones nice and warm this winter. First, if it's too cold for you, then it's obviously too cold for your pet. The best thing to do is keep your dog or cat inside, although a heated garage can also work, but make sure you're mindful of poisons that could be stored in the area like antifreeze. Also, be aware of sharp tools or heavy objects that could fall on your pet. The key point being be willing to let your pets come inside the house and once they're in the house, it's also important that they have warm bedding and a soft place to sleep so that they don't have to just sleep on a cold hard floor. A couple other safety pointers in the wintertime is pets need as much or more water than they might, you might think they need. It takes a lot of water and energy to stay warm. It's also important to make sure your pet is getting enough food, but no more than what they would normally usually eat. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.