Believe me i feel terrible because I'm such an idiot. Anyway, Hes a shitzu.
I let him out to go pee and i got distracted by something and forgot. my brother herd him barking and we let him in, his feet and stomach had big clumps of snow attached. So i got some warm water and got rid of all the snow as soon as i could. (he was very tired and slowish looking)
I did my best to warm him up, he eventually got completely warm again and appears to be fine.
but hes acting kind of funny. not like his usual self. it might be nothing and he was just temporally stunned, is there something i should do? has anyone ever have this happen?
by the way, it wasn't that cold out, just normal cold.
2006-12-02 21:54:43 · 17 answers · asked by Christos_87 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
He might hesitate now to go outside, just because you did leave him out there.
I just had this happen to me the other day except my poor pup stayed out there for his bedtime. I have a chihuahua , and I could hear distant barking but I thought it was the neighbour's pooch. Not until the morning I realized it was him, I too felt really bad, but got him all warmed up. For the next couple of times though he would not go outside so I would have to stand out there with them and he bolted to do his business and was right back at the door so I would not forget him. How I forgot him in the first place is beyond me ( I could them when they come in---I have 5!!). Anyways he is over it and loves me still, your pooch will be fine, just watch him the next couple of times so he knows you are there.
AND HE IS FINE.....
2006-12-02 22:13:39 · answer #1 · answered by Niagara Girl 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
If your dog has a full coat of fur then your little shitzu is probably just fine physically. Dogs are hardy and can take the cold better than we can.
I would suggest letting your dog rest for a while and then play with him to re-establish a good bond with the dog. Taking him for a walk will also be nice, then they will learn that being outside is not a bad thing, but always better with the master.
2006-12-03 07:21:01 · answer #2 · answered by BelindaLoo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he isn't used to being out in cold, snowy weather, then you should take him to the vet. The idea that dogs are "weatherproof" is absurd, if not dangerous. Many smaller breeds have not had to have thermal undercoats, because they are not bred to be outside dogs. If he is a mature dog who is used to the weather, then you have to consider that something else may have happened to him while he was not in your care. Perhaps someone gave him something he should not have had, or kicked him, etc. You owe it to your friend to get him checked out.
2006-12-03 06:17:37 · answer #3 · answered by therealme 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Whatever normal cold is. Normal cold in Florida is different than normal cold in Wisconsin.
You've done all you can do. If you are worried, and love your animal, get him to a vet.
Glad it wasn't your child you forgot.
2006-12-03 07:31:43 · answer #4 · answered by Smurfetta 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are really worried by his behaviour, just let your vet check him out, he could have caught a chill that's left him out of sorts, or something more serious. To put your mind at rest, off to the vet!
2006-12-03 06:09:37 · answer #5 · answered by wheeliebin 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Maybe he is just trying to make you feel guilty. Give him some treats and rub his belly.
Seriously, I think he will be fine. He is probably just slightly traumatized by being left outside alone when he is not used to it.
2006-12-03 05:58:33 · answer #6 · answered by bashnick 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well... he might be mad @ u. But dont worry! In the end he will be fine! My neighbors leave their dog out 24\7! even in the winter!
2006-12-03 06:28:21 · answer #7 · answered by ray ray 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
How strange is he acting? If it wasn't so cold and he's not a puppy. I don't see why he shouldn't be OK. He is a dog and not made of china.
2006-12-03 06:04:05 · answer #8 · answered by ladysorrow 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
ur dog is fine....he is just a little shocked that u left him dat long....dont worry....make him feel how much u love him....n u cant proove dat by gettin him treats...u have to take out time for him.....and take my advice and next time while leaving ur dog outside, set a timer or sumtin for 15 -- 20 mins........dat will help u wen u get distracted......wish u all the best!!....give my love to ur dog.....
2006-12-03 06:12:19 · answer #9 · answered by i'll solve ur probs 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
he's probably still real excited about getting to run around outside for a while, they like, go out and explore, check things out, smell stuff, you know a dogs world, i wouldn't worry,sounds like he had a great time. =0)
2006-12-03 06:11:22 · answer #10 · answered by MeLissa 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋