I have never intended to take my dogs with me everywhere I go. But, when I go places they can go, I take them.
My Yorkie is 12+ pounds, and there is no way I would want to haul him around in a carrier. And - my Bichon weighs 24 pounds.
When we go out and around, they ride in their carseats - and then it's on the leash for them. But, as I said I only take them where they are welcome.
My dogs do get out quite a bit. They both have occasional sleepovers with friends and relatives - which they love. They also visit friends, relatives, and neighbors with me. They go on walks in the park - and have spent many weekends at the lake. They even occasionally go to work to visit (if I'm only going to be there for an hour or so.) So -- they do get out and around.
My dogs don't mind staying at home at all. They have done it since I got them, and they have never whinned or cried when I leave. When I get ready to leave for work -- my little Yorkie runs and jumps in his bed....he gets ready to take his first nap of the day. I have certainly never had any separation anxiety issues - and I am glad for this after hearing some of the problems that many of you have.
Good luck - Carol Jean |