What dogs can live outside in hot weather?

Hey, what kind of dog did you get? How is it doing? I was admittedly upset when I first read your post. But I watch animal cops sometimes and there are people who get dogs and keep them chained in their tiny city backyards and never pay any attention to them. After reading all your posts it seems this dog will be well loved and have a great farm to live on. How is it going?

Don't pay attention to these people. They only think they know what's best for dogs. I have raised and owned more dogs than most people since I was raised by a hunter. I've had inside pets and outside pets, so I can give you a more honest unbiased opinion. Most dogs are fine outdoors full time if you provide them the appropriate shelter, and other basic needs. I currently have a Rat Terrier who lives in the house, and during the day I often have to make him come inside and spend time with the family. Guess what he would rather be doing? He would rather be outside hunting or socializing with the other dogs. My animals are well socialized, and I spend all the time I can outdoors. Having outside dogs gets my kids away from the t.v. I have neighbors who keep their dogs in the house part time, and their dogs are more aggressive than any of the dogs I've personally owned, so that blows that lie! Dogs do need attention, but what the inside-only crowd fails to recognize is that they also have more energy than just a few walks a day or your home can allow for them to expel. They need the opportunity to run, explore, and just be dogs. That's when they are the happiest, and the love and praise they receive from us is the cherry on top for them!

You couldn't be more wrong. Dogs are pack animals and require to be around other animals or people.

Yes dogs can live outside. Some people take good care of out door dogs, but the dogs are still a chore, not an enjoyment.

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