My newly adopted dog won't potty in deep snow. What can I do?

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We are housebound due to heavy snow in Virginia. My newly adoted dog will NOT go outside. She is a bulldog mix and the snow is deeper than she is tall. We have put pee pads down, even though she has never used the bathroom indoors (we brought her home Oct 23rd). What can we do tonight and tomorrow to help her go without being afraid of scolding or punishment? Pet's info: Dog | BullBoxer | Female | spayed | 1 year and 4 months old | 49 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

I think Bria will eventually go out or use a pee pad when she really has to urinate, but she might hold it for awhile. You might want to try digging out a small area where she can be outside and coaxing her out with a favorite treat. Good luck!

My newly adopted dog won't potty in deep snow. What can I do?

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