We have discovered that Jimmy, our 5-month (almost 6-month) old Mini Schnauzer does NOT like the deep snow. Snow has only just arrived in our neck of the woods and Jimmy has been miserable going outside for his duties (but he still does … good dog
). Not only does he hate the snow, but just one 30-second outing can result in enough snowballs on his legs to create huge puddles in our house when they melt!! NOTHING sticks to Shelby, our Lab.
So, my husband actually started shoveling the grass!! He has shoveled an area at the bottom of the deck approximately 20’ x 20’, as well as paths to all doors and the garage. Jimmy will NOT leave the shoveled areas.
Shelby romps and does her duties in the snow. She sees no need whatsoever for such cleared areas!! So, when Shelby is out romping in the snow, Jimmy waits patiently along the snow bank for her.
So, no need for invinsible fencing for Jimmy!! A few strategically placed snowbanks and we have our “schnauzer fence”.
(Footnote: Our dogs are NEVER left outside unattended.)