Keeping pets safe around thin ice in winter

RHINELANDER - It can be difficult to spot thin ice and for your pets, thin ice can be dangerous.

The cold and snow has made lakes look safe to walk across for pets, but many lakes have thin spots that pets can easily fall through. Some local veterinarians have already had pets come in after falling through thin ice.

"We've had two clients' animals here that have gone through the ice and they've lost their animals. Please be careful. Please watch your animals. If you live on a lake, live near water, just don't let them venture out where they can get in trouble," said Dr. Brian Buchberger, Animal Health Care Center Owner.

Full story: WJFW

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