Now She Wont go outside??????

[steve sklon]

Yesterday we had one of our 2 adapted Labradoodle sisters Shirley groomed. She had great tight curls that were beginning to possibly become matted. The groomer did a nice job and shaved her down dramatically. Since her return home, she seems a bit skittish and now will not go outdoors on the wet morning grass to do her business. Walking on paved areas seems fine but I am curious to understand why the avoidance to grass. Before this, one whistle and she would charge down the stairs and couldn't wait to get outside. Can a haircut change a pooch that much?. Is this just a temporary thing? I am seeking possible courses of action? We just had our yard fenced to allow them to roam the back area and do what is necessary. HELP !!!lol

[Janie]

I have seen dogs act different after being shaved off....I sure it is temporary.

[Linda,Yankee & Finn]

Yankee was different for a few days after I got him shaved (he was badly matted). He seemed almost depressed. She will get back to normal once she gets used to the new DO.

[Tricia, Shiloh, Fenway & Tessie]

I'm sure it is temporary. The groomer probably trimmed the hair the grows on the underside of her paws and she is probably not happy with it feeling a little different. She will be fine! =)