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Originally Posted by Britster  I find it intriguing that in so many other countries, dogs being around all over is just a normal every day occurrance. I remember reading a travel site of a woman who went to... Italy? I believe with her dog and when she would call to ask if her dog was allowed, most of the time they were confused and met with a "duh! of course they are!" response. Apparently you see dogs curled around tables at pubs/restaurants/etc all the time, on trains, buses, etc.
I believe one of the reasons so many dogs are misbehaved in the US is because likely 90% of dogs in the US never leave their own yard and house. Again, NOT saying it's "bad" or "cruel" in any way. Just an observation. |
I think of it this way, if you don't teach them how to behave outside of your home, how will they ever know? I'm sure there are some dogs that are perfectly content to hang out in their house or yard all the time. The issue is those that bolt out of the gate or the front door whenever they see a chance. I have a few friends and family that are absolutely amazed that Kaji never runs out the door. If I leave the gate or front door wide open, he doesn't leave or the farthest he'll go is a good sun spot on my front porch. One word from me and he's inside again. Being "out" just isn't a big deal to him.