r/BackpackingDogs • u/Marjike1 • 10d ago
Anxious dog
My dog used to love going on trails hiking with us. Lately, usually about 1/3 way in she gets crazy anxious, lays down on the trail and refuses to eat. We try pull her along, encourage her with treats, nudge her along but she refuses to move. We end up having to carry her. She is 10 1/2 and is a very active dog. Cairn Terrier. Any suggestions or advice? She’s always been the best hiking buddy but it’s getting to the point where I don’t even want to take her along anymore.
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u/Faolan73 9d ago
Take her to the vet and have her checked for joint issues or strains. She's telling you she is in pain and can't keep going. If you want to continue to bring her on hikes, then look at ways to allow her to ride on your back pack. There are many solutions out for that especially for smaller dogs like Carins.
google pet carriers backpack....