cold articles

Where were the Kiko goat breed originally developed?

Where were the Kiko goat breed originally developed?

What temperature range is often cited for the thermal neutral zone for goats generally?

What temperature range is often cited for the thermal neutral zone for goats generally?

What is the Lower Critical Temperature (LCT) for a dry goat?

What is the Lower Critical Temperature (LCT) for a dry goat?

If a goat becomes wet, how significantly does its Lower Critical Temperature (LCT) increase?

If a goat becomes wet, how significantly does its Lower Critical Temperature (LCT) increase?

Why is a full, four-sided, airtight barn often counterproductive for goats?

Why is a full, four-sided, airtight barn often counterproductive for goats?

What is the primary mechanism a goat uses to generate internal heat?

What is the primary mechanism a goat uses to generate internal heat?

For every 10	extdegree F the temperature drops below the LCT, how much extra grain should be added to rations?

For every 10 extdegree F the temperature drops below the LCT, how much extra grain should be added to rations?

What makes straw a superior bedding material compared to wood shavings?

What makes straw a superior bedding material compared to wood shavings?

What sign indicates that a goat's natural coat insulation is working effectively against the cold?

What sign indicates that a goat's natural coat insulation is working effectively against the cold?

Where should the opening of a primary winter shelter generally face?

Where should the opening of a primary winter shelter generally face?

How many distinct size variations does the German Spitz breed standard recognize?

How many distinct size variations does the German Spitz breed standard recognize?

Which German Spitz type is recognized as the largest, often known internationally as the Keeshond?

Which German Spitz type is recognized as the largest, often known internationally as the Keeshond?

What physical characteristic allows larger German Spitz dogs to retain core body heat more efficiently?

What physical characteristic allows larger German Spitz dogs to retain core body heat more efficiently?

What is the primary purpose of the dense, soft undercoat in a German Spitz?

What is the primary purpose of the dense, soft undercoat in a German Spitz?

What factor causes the insulating quality of a German Spitz coat to collapse, making the dog feel cold quickly?

What factor causes the insulating quality of a German Spitz coat to collapse, making the dog feel cold quickly?

What comparison illustrates the difference in cold endurance between a Giant Spitz and a Pomeranian in 35°F weather?

What comparison illustrates the difference in cold endurance between a Giant Spitz and a Pomeranian in 35°F weather?

Compared to true Northern breeds like the Siberian Husky, German Spitz dogs were developed for what type of climate?

Compared to true Northern breeds like the Siberian Husky, German Spitz dogs were developed for what type of climate?

For Miniature and Toy varieties, when is purchasing an insulated coat highly recommended for walks?

For Miniature and Toy varieties, when is purchasing an insulated coat highly recommended for walks?

What specific hazard requires paw protection for German Spitz dogs regardless of their breed size?

What specific hazard requires paw protection for German Spitz dogs regardless of their breed size?

Which subtle behavior should an owner recognize as an indicator that a dog is feeling the cold bite?

Which subtle behavior should an owner recognize as an indicator that a dog is feeling the cold bite?

What is the functional difference between the longer, harsher outer coat and the undercoat of the German Spitz?

What is the functional difference between the longer, harsher outer coat and the undercoat of the German Spitz?