Originally Posted by
Tanya
how old is he again?
Could be a teenage phase where he wants to be outside more. Penny did that often, tons of passive resistance. but only as she hit maturity.
or could be a random fear phase and something spooked him.
or a combination of things including the fact you were not there. if he getting as much exercise (physical and mental?) probably not as he has surgery coming up? maybe some pent up energy and not getting out as much?
as for hte dog sitter I may try to have her get ahead of things and use a long line and treats to get him in without having a stand off.