[annouhMus]

We've had a big freeze here in Mn. and I was wondering what your thoughts are on acclimation. The news actually had a warning to bring your dogs in because they were in "danger". I see alot of folks (not excluding this site) that think outside dogs are living these horribly neglected lives outside. I've had bulldogs for over 20 years but for humors sake I thought I'd run a little "experiment".

All my dogs are on chains and have insulated houses packed with quality straw above the snow with carpet flaps on the doors.

I keep my house at 68 degrees.

7am- Brought the dogs in, it was -17 degrees. Dogs were running around outside in the snow having a blast. They were happy to be in, playing and fucking with the cats.

12pm- Dogs started panting and whining to go outside, however when let out they pissed within 10 feet of the door and immediately wanted in.

6pm- Dogs were miserable, panting and restless, Mongo went out but waited to piss till he was back in the kitchen. (asshole) I also noticed at this point their feet also couldn't take the cold and they were trying to stand on 3 or even 2 (lol) legs.

Overnight- Dogs panted and whined all night, finding cool places to lay such as the tile or by the patio door.

8am- Let the dogs out, they hung out for a minute or two then (no shit) they all 3 went back to their doghouses!

In my conclusion judging by the dogs behavior, bouncing them in and out was harder on them then just letting them stay out where they were acclimated.

Opinions?