As the country faces the big freeze, Dogs Trust issues warning to dog owners

As the Met Office issues cold weather warnings across the country, the UK's largest dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, has issued its own warning, advising owners to keep their dogs away from ice.

Many dogs love to swim but with these freezing temperatures, they may find their usual spot frozen over. While it might be tempting to let them run on this ice, Dogs Trust is warning that this could be dangerous for both dogs and owners alike. The ice may not be thick enough to take your dog's weight, and they could fall through into the freezing water underneath.