[EatthMama]

Originally Posted by WiscoDogsDad

Happy day, all!

Come spring, my two pups (Redbone coonhound mix and English setter) will be coming to live full time, permanently, in The Villages.

If I'm lucky enough to find a suitable place with a fenced backyard (Courtyard Villa, Veranda, etc) this will be ideal. They are used to a fenced in backyard, here in Wisconsin.

I understand that, there, the fence is as much about keeping dangers OUT as keeping dogs IN!

So, if one were to have a wall fence, as opposed to some of the "permeable" fences I have seen overlooking ponds, can we safely leave our pups out unattended?

By this, I mean, can I go back to my work on my computer as my setter lounges in the sun on a day that is not sweltering? Can I let them out, after dark, for bio breaks, without standing watch?

Again, all this assumes a solid wall and not a fence that critters can easily breach, from the outside.

I would be thrilled to have any blindspots, of mine, illuminated by you kind and experienced dog owners.

Regards,

I have two small (about 20 lbs each) dogs in a courtyard villa. I have a dog door installed in the sliding glass door and another installed in my birdcage. I trained them to let themselves in and out as needed/desired. I have lived here for 5 years. Never had a problem with any wildlife. PLUS - when you are out partying at the squares, you wouldn’t have to worry about getting home to let the dogs out.
I hope this helps - good luck!