Thank you all for your feedback....For those who asked: when I am not home, Marley will have a nice size x-pen, complete with his toys, water, and a small crate to feel safe in. This is all located in my sunroon with many windows. I feel so peaceful when I go out there, I'm sure he will too. I will also leave the tv on low for him. I have many neighbors who are home during the day, who love to do things in the backyard, etc so atleast he can hear all the juicy gossip of the day while I am working
Thanks for your concern