A large scale study in Norway showed that across all breeds, about 4% of pups will be stillborn and a further 4% will die within the first week (early neonatal mortality). Between 8 days and 8 weeks, 1% will die. Litter size, breed size and age of the female is associated with increased risk.
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But in order to have a true blizzard, temperatures must be very cold (usually below 20 degrees F) and the wind must be at least 35 miles an hour or greater. In addition, the snow must be falling or blowing in the wind for at least three hours, reducing visibility to  mile or less.