Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control shared winter tips to keep pets safe

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- As snow and freezing temperatures grip the area, Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control is reminding pet owners to take extra precautions to keep their animals safe from the cold.The agency advises limiting the time your pets spend outdoors to nothing longer than 15 minutes.Prolonged exposure to the cold can lead to hypothermia or frostbite, especially in smaller breeds, senior pets and those with short coats.When outside, pet owners should avoid icy areas to prevent injur