Does Your Dog Hate Winter Walks? 5 Expert Tips to Make Outings Easier
Published on January 05, 2016
Winter weather can make it difficult to get your dog out for walks, particularly if you live where ice, snow and freezing winds are the norm. But skimping on winter walks can have a negative impact on your dog’s behavior. When a dog’s exercise needs aren’t met, he’ll likely find other ways to release energy, such as hyperactive behavior and chewing. And such bad behavior could potentially continue when spring rolls around.
Just because it’s cold doesn’t mean you should skip your dog’s walk, although shortening your outing can be a wise choice in severe weather. And if your dog is shaking, picking up his feet, cowering or attempting to head back home, listen to what he is telling you and go back indoors.
Here are five of my favorite tips for making winter walks manageable for you and your dog.