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Originally Posted by rjwalt  Some dogs prefer the outdoors with the smells and sounds. It's very stimulating for them. I had a dog that I had to pick up to bring in the house and he spent all his time destroying window blinds trying to get outdoors. Finally we compromised, I bought him a dogloo and had a secure kennel/run built for him to stay out during temperate times he go so much better and more calm. He still was allowed to get out, go on walks, run and play and come indoors to spend time with family. He lived well past his life expectancy. Every situation is different. |
There are some breeds that I wouldn't judge someone for having an 'outdoor dog'. Depending on the climate of course. But there ARE many dogs who are much happier outside -- not just happier, but THRIVE outside and are miserable in a home. As long as the dog has proper housing, food, water, vet visits, stimulation, training and walks, I don't have a problem with it for the right dog. Is it how *I* would raise a dog? No. But I'm not going to sit back and judge a different situation so long as the dog is being cared for properly.
Husky's and Malamutes come to mind. Most I know would kill to live outdoors especially in a climate like Alaska. I would never fault a person for letting a snow dog live... in the snow. lol. It's what they were bred for.