following his euphoric reaction to his new home with a backyard. Previously, Milo, a cocker spaniel, had lived in a home with a small concrete outdoor space, where in a garden with grass. Milo's owner, Sophie ( ), recently shared a video highlighting the positive transformation in Milo's life, which has garnered 86,000 likes and 763,000 views on .
In the video, Sophie wrote, "Feeling bad because we didn't have a garden and his favorite thing is grass, he'd wait to go out constantly," over footage of Milo playing fetch on the outdoor narrow concrete strip of their former home. The video then shows the to go outdoors for a walk. The footage then transitions to show Milo's palpable excitement as he races around his new grassy yard, finally able to indulge in his love for the outdoors.
Sophie wrote as the overlay text: "Moving to a house with a massive garden." For those who may not have the luxury of a backyard, there are still plenty of ways to ensure your dog remains happy and healthy. The U.
K.-based Dogs Trust offers advice on how to care for dogs in homes without a yard. Regular walks, visits to local parks, and providing plenty of mental stimulation through toys and training can help meet a dog's needs.
Creating a designated play area indoors and making time for daily outdoor activities are crucial in maintaining a dog's well-being in such environments. However, Milo's newfound freedom has brought a new challenge—getting him back inside. "Getting him inside is now the issue," Sophie wrote in the video's caption.
When dogs become too attached to their outdoor space, it can be difficult to coax them indoors. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals suggests training methods to help with this, such as using positive reinforcement when calling your dog inside, establishing a routine for indoor and outdoor time, and using treats to encourage them to come in when called. Milo's story resonated with many TikTok users, who shared their own experiences and emotions in the comments.
"There's no feeling like it—" commented one user named Georgia. Another user added, "We did the same thing! Best feeling ever. He looks so happy, and your garden looks lovely.
" Nicola shared her desire to provide a similar experience for her dog: "I want to do this for my dog so badly, but I've literally just bought my house. She spends a lot of time playing in her grandpawrents' garden." For some, Milo's story struck an emotional chord.
"Why has this made me emotional, he looks so happy," wrote Anna. reached out to @sophandmilo for comment via TikTok. We could not verify the details of the case.
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