I have two dogs and two cats. The cats only venture outside when they sneak out. Once they get out, they are so scared. My one dog Patience, the Shepherd mix, loves to be close to people. My other dog, Dakota, the Husky, loves to be outside. If I go outside, he'll let me pet him but as soon as I reach towards his collar to let him in, he'll turn around and run!! I guess the house is too hot for him.