Should dogs be Indoor or outdoor dogs?

The conversation about dogs being outdoors or indoors has been quite the topic. Some believe dogs should never be left outside and some believe dogs need to stay inside. Let’s research a few dogs to see the answer.

Not all dogs can adapt to indoor life. The Canarian Warren Hound needs an outdoor life. This breed of dog is very sensitive and restless. Making this type of breed unable to adapt to quiet life indoors. The Canarian Warren Hound would not be a good house dog. 

Dogs are not all the same. They have very unique characteristics. The Cirneco Dell'etna the dog is very gentle, but is a hunter and a runner. Making this breed a dog that would not be a good house dog.

Primitive dogs which is these breeds still remain close to their ancestor the wolf.

What if I trained these breeds to be a house dog? These particular dog breed would not do well indoors and have an owner that had sedentary lifestyle. These breeds would always have that natural instinct to be outdoors. The dogs needs would be be met and would cause the dog to be uncomfortable in their environment. 

Ibizan hound needs relentless exercise, space and has outstanding jumping ability. Humans have domesticated dogs, but dogs have certain instincts. Dogs are not all the same and of course you want to give a dog what it needs by its traits. A dog that is an outdoor door might act out in a constant indoor environment. The dog then might not get what the dog needs. Dogs all need exercise, but some dogs need a lot of exercise. Otherwise you will have a dog that is unsettled. 

The peruvian Inca Orchid dog is a hairless dog that has delicate skin and is best suited to be indoors. This dog is susceptible to the cold an can easily sunburn. This is not a dog that is not a dog that could be outside for very long periods of time.

If we talk about the Working dog They are bred for strength and stamina. Many are capable of living outdoors in all weather. Lets talk a look at the German Shepherd. If this dog breed is able to enjoy a active outdoor lifestyle, this type of dog can be trusted faithful member of the family. Now lets look at the Berger Picard dog that is very gentle, but doesn't like to be alone. Not all dogs are the same. The Belgian sheepdog loves the outdoors. The giant schnauzer is easy to manage if the dog is given plenty of exercise. The Croatian shepherd dog is harder to handle as a house dog because of its natural instincts to herd and guard. It's more suitable for a working dog. A dog like this breed would not be happy indoors. The Sarplaninac breed is an outside working dog. The size and energy level would make this breed impractical to have as a family pet.

We think as our dogs as family members in our home. We share many moments with our dogs and it becomes a member of our family. But not all breeds of dogs are the same. Some love the outdoors, while some dogs would rather sleep on the sofa until their owner comes home. The most important thing is that a dog gets as much exercise as it has companionship. This will be a happy dog. 

You see dogs outside surrounded by a fence which keeps them safe in their environment. The owner might be in the house let the dogs out for a little while. That is not wrong, some dogs prefer to be outdoors. It's something they enjoy. Then when it's time for them to come in they come in for the night to keep them safe.

Everyone raises their dog different, but other ways people raise their dogs is not always wrong. You might take your dog on a walk for a mile a day. Someone else might take a dog to the park to play fetch. Some might go to the beach and swim. Some take their dogs to daycares. A dog lives the lifestyle you live, your dog relies on you for everything. Your a dogs whole world.

Every breed is different and not all dogs needs are the same. But dogs will always be members of the family, leave a lost lasting impact in our lives. They are our best friends and part of our family.