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Originally Posted by Cajun Girl &Philly Boy
We are looking forward to our visit, to pick out our new home for the remaining years of our life. We have visited twice and have fallen in love with your community. We are leaving the beach for the life style of The Villages. We are not sure whether it will be a Designer home or a Courtyard Villa but our two puppies will have allot to do with our decision, as they need to have the freedom that a Condo could not provide.
We are concerned that our puppies will not be secure in a Designer home as a Courtyard Villa is enclosed. We would love to get some input from other pet owners who have had the same situation and what decision they have made. Any input would be appreciated.
Cajun Girl &Philly Boy
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We have 2 cockapoos, 15lb and 20lb. When we bought last year there was no question as to what model to buy. CYV was the only way to go because of the dogs. At our Wisconsin home we are on a corner lot with a cyclone fence so the dogs see a lot of activity. That's the only thing they miss in the Villages, since there is only one window in the guest room that faces the street. We installed a doggie door in the lanai so they can go in and out as they please if we leave the sliding door open just a little. This might not be a good idea in the summer heat leaving the door open, but since we are seasonal residents and don't use the AC much it works for us.
They don't get as much exercise in our courtyard, but they love riding to the Brinson-Perry dog park and playing with their dog friends.
Another plus is that there are usually more dogs in the courtyard villas and neighbors are willing to dog sit for each other.