Is Your Dog Scared To Go Outdoors?

Outdoor excursions are daily highlights that most dogs look forward to. There are a lot of things to explore in the great outdoors that dogs find physically and mentally stimulating. However, some dogs are scared to go outdoors because of bad experiences they may have encountered. If your dog has suddenly developed a fear of being outdoors, you should take steps to identify what is causing him to behave this way. There is a need to get down to the root of the problem so it can be addressed appropriately. Fears of the outdoors may be sudden in onset or long-standing fears. The latter is usually observed in older rescue dogs. Puppies can be anxious and nervous when outdoors especially when the place is strange and unfamiliar.When going on outdoor excursions with your canine buddy, always be alert for any verbal cues or body language that indicates fear or anxiety.

Sudden changes in your pet’s health and/or behavior should be brought to the attention of your vets Roanoke, VA.