I love my dog, 6 years old, about 50 lbs. he’s sweet and wonderful. But. He insists on going outside 4-5 times a day to go pee because he never goes all the way to empty his bladder. He’ll insist on finding a ‘good’ smelling area and will wet there, quit, and even if there is a block longer on our walk he’ll stay full until we get home only to insist on going back out a short while longer.
How do I deal with this? I’m a city apartment dweller and have to put on full winter gear and go outside with him so it’s becoming a frustration of mine.
It sucks to have to wander around in the cold with your dog, but that is how they get their stimulation. I feel your pain, it has been snowing a lot here, and I’ve been walking on packed ice and gross snow for the last week.
Keep being a wonderful dog owner! They love it, and they don’t live forever, so try to enjoy making them happy. Get some nice warm clothes, maybe a hot beverage, and pray for spring. It’ll be here before you know it!