Winter weather isn’t always mild, but dogs still need to go outside and take walks, no matter the time of year. A little rain or wind won’t hurt anyone, but as one Welsh Australian Shepherd recently discovered, it can make walks much more complicated!
On December 27, Ziggy the Aussie tagged along on a hike to the peak of Snowdon, the tallest peak in all of Wales. The view from the summit was a treat for the eyes, but the extreme winds made walking, let alone posing for pictures, a hilarious and memorable experience.
That’s a serious breeze! Ziggy is working hard to keep himself standing upright against the wind, but the poor man behind him is struggling even more. It’s a good thing that this Australian Shepherd dog isn’t any smaller, or he could have been blown straight off the mountain.
“He came around the corner like ‘it’s a bit windy, innit?” joked @hooked.on.london. He looks like he’s trying his best to play it cool, but it’s getting harder and harder when he can’t even keep a straight face! At least he’s wagging his tail—or is that the wind, too?
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Some commenters were worried that Ziggy needed more snow protection, but the wind seemed to bother the pup more than anything else. He may not need a jacket or snow boots, but maybe a pair of goggles wouldn’t hurt!
Dogs in the Wind
Wind generally isn’t a concern for dogs spending time outside, but there are a few ways pet parents can make it less of a nuisance. A windbreaker for dogs is an easy way to take some of the bite out of a cold breeze, though dog parents can also walk their pups in more sheltered areas where the wind won’t be so bad.
Sometimes, of course, wind is inevitable. Luckily, adventurous dogs like Ziggy can keep their cool when the wind picks up, even when it flaps their ears, lips, and tail in the process!
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This story was originally published by PetHelpful on Dec 31, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add PetHelpful as a Preferred Source by clicking here.