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• Pets: It’s best to keep pets indoors. Dogs who live outdoors should have a doghouse that’s elevated a few inches and has cedar shavings, straw or a blanket to trap body heat. Consider dog sweaters during walks. Pets who spend time outdoors need more food because cold weather saps energy.
• Plants: Rosemary topiaries or potted citrus plants or roses should be moved close to the wall of your house for warmth. Cover plants such as camellias with an old sheet or, for plants taller than 3 feet, black plastic. Remove coverings when the weather warms up to about 40 degrees. Be sure to turn off automatic sprinklers, detach hoses from faucets and wrap the faucets to protect outdoor pipes.
• Pipes: Insulate or heat pipes in attics and crawl spaces with insulation or electric tape. Seal vents and other openings in crawl spaces to keep cold wind from blowing against pipes. Open doors under sinks to allow heated air in the house to warm pipes. Keep indoor faucets, hot and cold, at a slow drip.
* source:AJC.com
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