So I am back here after so much absence from writing. My sincere apologies to all my readers. Today i will be writing on a question i get very often.
Can My Dog Stay Indoors?:
If you just bought a new puppy and you're wondering if you can keep her indoors or you have a dog previously kept outdoors, there are a few things you need to put into consideration before you decide.
Before You Decide: Certain things need to be put into consideration before you finally move your dog indoors. Like space, truncating flying cables, and basically pet proofing your home.
Should You Keep Your Dog Indoors?: Most people believe keeping dogs outdoors helps the dog have enough space to run around, have fresh air and have fun without much restrictions. While this is true others think its more ideal to keep their dogs indoors.
Keeping dogs indoors give you a more personal relationship with your dog as this helps you truly reveal the reason dogs are said to be man’s best friend. Also if your dog is indoors, its quite easy to tell when your dog is having problems. Problems are quickly spotted when dogs are indoors. For example, you find your dog scratching a particular part of his body.
Lastly, dogs kept indoors are much better at security. They also can not be easily poisoned or harmed by burglars.
Bringing Your Dog Indoors: Bringing a dog previously kept outside inside might be abit tasking. You should be ready for accidents indoors. The following are tips that would help hasten the transition.
-Crate training
-Regular outdoor exercise
These, if regularly done would help your dog adapt quickly.
Be prepared for accidents: Accidents would happen. Your dog is just adjusting to its new environment. don't expect the transition to be quick. Be patient.
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