Two questions: Is it wrong to leave my dogs outdoors while I am away at work? And...?

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Scarlett

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Do you know of any GOOD dog house plans (free) available on the internet or in how-to books? I've been searching all evening with minimal luck...

I just can't see leaving two active 18 month old standard poodles cooped up in their crate when they could be romping and playing in their big fenced yard. Are you thinking I should crate them instead of letting them stay outside while I'm away? They go nuts everytime I try to leave the house with them indoors, crated or not. So, I've always let them out when I leave.

Now its wintertime and cold, though they don't seem to think so, and I want to build them a nice insulated doghouse so they can be warm should they desire to get out of the weather.

FYI:I have found them sleeping in the barn or under the deck in the past when it rains and I am away; they are standard poodles who seem to think they are yard dogs.

Now, don't go nuts on me; they have been fine and are obsessed with being outdoors. I thought about getting a doggy door but that might not be smart if I'm not home.

Kind, understanding advice is all I'm seeking. Don't bother to answer if you just want to start in on me.
Y-a-r-d, fenced yard; safe, two-acre fenced yard. In the country.
 
they'll probably be just fine outside, but the doggy houses are a good idea. also, they make doggy doors that only open to a certain fob that attatches to your dogs collars, so when they want to go in or out the door opens, but when anything else tries, it's unsuccessful

good luck!
 
Leaving your dogs outside when you are not home is NEVER a good idea. Even with a fenced yard. Dogs need to be watched not constantly but enough. If you had a caged pen it would be better but dogs of any breed can always find an escape route to attempt to find the pack leader or missing member (you). Which leaves them to get hit by cars, lost, or abducted. Doggie doors are a good idea and Ones that lock different ways and by collar access only are available and recommended unless you live in a horrible neighborhood. Leave them inside if you're unsure. Dogs will go crazy when you leave but they will calm down after you leave eventually. Leave them food and water but no toys. As long as they behave there isnt a reason to lock them up. Simple training will fix most problems you have. Hope this helped!
 
they'll probably be just fine outside, but the doggy houses are a good idea. also, they make doggy doors that only open to a certain fob that attatches to your dogs collars, so when they want to go in or out the door opens, but when anything else tries, it's unsuccessful

good luck!
 
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