One of the worst virus that your dog can come down with is the parvovirus. Parvovirus is a disease that is highly contagious and spread quickly. It spreads quickly because it is not just transmitted by dogs, but it can also be transmitted by any object, person, or animal that comes into contact with the virus via dog's feces. This virus can be especially fatal when your dog is a puppy.

If you keep your dog outside during the winter time for extended periods of time, it is important that you provide your dog with an adequate shelter that will keep your dog warm and protected against the winter elements and rain. #1 Location The first thing that you need to keep in mind when setting up a shelter for your dog outside is location. You want to make sure that the door or opening of the shelter does not face towards where the wind most commonly comes from in your area.