[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by vintageogauge

Also keep in mind you are only allowed to have 2 dogs and certain breeds are prohibited.

Which breed of dogs are prohibited?

[shut the front door]

Originally Posted by DrHitch

Best reply yet!
The OP said they have "free roaming" dogs. They need to fully understand that small dogs and cats can become fodder for Florida's predatory birds (and other creatures)

If you read all the replies before picking the best, you'd have noticed that the OP stated that they have lived in FL for many years and are very familiar with the wildlife. So no, not "best reply", just another repeat from non readers.

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by coffeebean

Which breed of dogs are prohibited?

Read your deed restrictions for full details.

[BubblesandPat]

We also had a country house with an acre of 6 foot wood fence for our dogs. We bought a court yard villa and they love it. They are velcro dogs and they use the yard for thier business and chasing bugs and lizards. The wall around us We hear very little noise and they have learned to not react to the other dogs ( I think courtyard villas attract other dog owners which we love) they don't seem to miss the large yard at all and enjoy thier walks meeting everyone and getting new smells. Dogs need walks. We aren't real into dog parks but they are beautiful here and well maintained. I dont understand the question about property lines. It's not like your neighbor is going to come over the fence and put in a tree. .if they do I think you have bigger issues. The homes are very close together here but to us not spending every weekend cutting the grass triming the trees weeding the yard raking the leaves has been heaven.