[HospitalCoder]

Originally Posted by mrsstats

We are considering a move to the Villages. Currently staying here for a few days looking at property. We know there is a limited amount of housing with fenced yards in what we are looking at. We are considering something without the fenced yard but not sure how our 2 dogs will like it. They are on the small side 16 lbs each but are used to being just let out to do their thing. We do walk them on occasion but that is not the norm. Anyone make the move to the Villages with this issue.

We also have 2 small dogs and for that reason, we chose a courtyard Villa. We were lucky to find one with grass. There is less wildlife on the north side of TV if you want to take that into consideration.

[doctoremery]

My home is a corner lot with a large grass fenced in yard and dog door built into the house. Unfortunately, I am moving to Sarasota. I have my home advertised for sale here on TOTV and Zillow. I would be happy to show the home to you if interested. 880 Nash Loop. Many people in the villages have dogs and I have found it to be a wonderful place to live.

[nativetex]

My husband and I bought a courtyard villa since we have 2 large dogs. The fence is very secure and gives privacy. I am not a fan of letting my dogs out leashed in the heat or rain. As long as I have a dog(s), I will have a fence.

[Joecool]

Buy a Veranda home, they come up for sale often and have great fenced yards. I have doggie doors and they go when they need. Great yard for ball play. We also walk them and do doggie parks. Veranda is the best for dogs.

[jrieker68]

There are now building cottage homes with fences, i.e. cottage verandas. They have some in DeLuna and maybe they are building some in Richmond? I believe some were built in the Citrus Grove area, not sure which neighborhood(s).

[defrey12]

Get a Villa. You…and your neighbors…will not be happy otherwise.

[MollyJo]

Originally Posted by jebartle

Another FYI, our summers heat up pavement and our fur babies paws, if it's too hot for your bare feet, it will also be too hot for them.

Great you mentioned the pavement being too hot for pups feet.

[westernrider75]

We bought a courtyard villa so our dogs can go out and wander around freely like they were used to. Now mine are bigger than yours so I would still be concerned about your small dogs and birds of prey.

[me4vt]

The pets come first…………. It’s not them that want this change so keep them as Happy as they are now! When we bought, the fence was priority #1 for ours!! The fence first and then moving in.

[sallyg]

Courtyard villas, verandas and newer patio villas south of 44 have fenced yards. I would not recommend ever leaving a dog unsupervised even in your own yard for all the same reasons mentioned in the other posts.
Get a couple of leashes and get out with your pups and meet all your neighbors. You will be glad you did and so will your dogs.

[MeKa 25]

Originally Posted by mrsstats

We are considering a move to the Villages. Currently staying here for a few days looking at property. We know there is a limited amount of housing with fenced yards in what we are looking at. We are considering something without the fenced yard but not sure how our 2 dogs will like it. They are on the small side 16 lbs each but are used to being just let out to do their thing. We do walk them on occasion but that is not the norm. Anyone make the move to the Villages with this issue.

I moved here with two dogs who were used to the backyard. Now one loves the walks, the other not as much (older dog). One thing not mentioned is a lot of people use dog strollers. You can get your dogs from point A to Point B without burning their paws, being victims of prey, etc. Take them to a dog park or walk them in the shade, like I do. I thought it was silly when I first saw the strollers, but this way, both my dogs get to go out and walk the amount they want.

[joelfmi]

Do your due diligence before you buy their or you will very unhappy

[Marvivo]

Agree with you, However an adult eagle can carry a 25lb dog.

[Dlbonivich]

Thank you for saying what I was thinking. I have a 5 lb. I have a leash (long) I hook my baby inside the house. I put him on it and I open the door check the yard let him out. I stand at the door and keep watch. Once a day I take a golf cart ride and I let him roam. He loves it.

[raney3099]

Why save for garbage day? Dump in the toilet and flush🤷*♀️