Should I walk my dog while thunder is active?
A normal walk is better postponed. If your dog urgently needs to go out, keep it very brief and reassess the local conditions.
See when to go — and when to wait.
Lightning, strong gusts, falling branches and sudden noise can make a normal walk unsafe.
Weather data is guidance. Your dog, the ground and local conditions still come first. Methodology →
A normal walk is better postponed. If your dog urgently needs to go out, keep it very brief and reassess the local conditions.
Fear is only one factor. Lightning, gusts and falling objects can still create an outdoor safety risk.