Not a resident, yet, but have been a dog owner for many years.
I am bringing mine, in the spring. I am searching for a Villages home with a fence....Put in a LOT of time on this subject and am aware of my options and limitations on fencing.
I will continue to work for the first few years, as a resident, so that means that my time commitments....dogs and work....will not change dramatically.
However, my two are older.
I have ALREADY made my mind up that I will be without a dog for at least a few years after they pass.
The SOLE reason is time-freedom. Not financial.
It will be a quiet house, but I won't be there much as I intend to be active.
The appeal of deciding at breakfast on a Friday that I want to drive to New Orleans for the weekend (example only), without the responsibility to my "kids", is overpowering.
This is one person's situation, but I want to COMMEND the OP for the thought and consideration being put into this long-term commitment. Good luck, irrespective of what you decide.
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