Bundled in both a long sleeve sweater and a fleece lined coat on top, Chile still hated going out into the cold, wet snow. Our dogs from the past loved playing in the snow. Our current girls feel the total opposite. Nevertheless, come "rain or snow or dark of night", they still get sent outdoors for potty time. Despite not liking bad weather (to them), our Chihuahuas are nevertheless hardier and more reliable than the modern-day US post office.

When she came back indoors, Chile immediately ran to the family room sofa and burrowed herself under a soft, warm, throw blanket.