{"id":55873,"date":"2026-02-04T12:37:17","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T10:37:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/?p=55873"},"modified":"2026-02-13T13:37:54","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T11:37:54","slug":"winter-care-guide-for-dogs-and-cats-in-barcelona-part-2-deworming-vaccinations-emotional-well-being-and-safety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/balmesvet.com\/en\/winter-care-guide-for-dogs-and-cats-in-barcelona-part-2-deworming-vaccinations-emotional-well-being-and-safety\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter care guide for dogs and cats in Barcelona – Part 2: deworming, vaccinations, emotional well-being, and safety"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This article is the second part of our winter care guide for cats and dogs in Barcelona. In<\/span> the first installment<\/b><\/a>, we focused on how cold weather affects their bodies, what signs to look out for, how to adjust their diet in winter, and what coat care is essential for keeping their skin healthy around this time of year.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this second part, we address equally important issues: parasite prevention during the cold months, recommended vaccinations based on each pet’s lifestyle, emotional well-being throughout the winter, environmental enrichment for dogs and cats that spend more time at home, and key safety measures both at home and outdoors.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winter in Barcelona is characterised by humidity, lower temperatures and fewer hours of daylight, factors that can affect the immunity, behaviour and daily routine of dogs and cats. At Balmesvet, <\/span>Barcelona’s leading veterinary hospital<\/span><\/a>, we provide care for many canine and feline companions during these months to ensure they enjoy a healthy, peaceful and comfortable winter. In this guide, you will find practical, up-to-date recommendations to help them get through the winter safely and smoothly.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Winter deworming: risks that persist throughout the year<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although many pet owners associate parasites with warm weather, the reality is that in temperate climates such as Barcelona, parasitic activity can continue throughout the year. Indoor heating, humidity, and the seasonal activity of some disease-carrying insects mean that prevention is still necessary in winter. Adjusting deworming guidelines for each pet is key to preventing infection and associated diseases.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fleas and mites in homes with heating<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Fleas (<\/span>Ctenocephalides felis<\/span><\/i>) and some mites can survive and reproduce indoors at temperatures above 64\u00b0F (18\u00b0C), which is common in homes during the winter.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to consider this point because:<\/b><\/h4>\n\n\n\n