Couldn't agree more; building on some of your earlier points, this deep dive into canine social nature totally makes me reconsider any past reservations about the practicallity of truly kennel-free living.
I cant stress enough that kennel free doesn't just happen. It takes careful, experienced management. And it isn't for all dogs. Some of ours do not like it at all and prefer their own paddocks and private facilities. But for those who it does work for it works so well. They thrive on the companionship of other dogs and love the free roaming aspect of kennel free because they are street born strays.
Couldn't agree more; building on some of your earlier points, this deep dive into canine social nature totally makes me reconsider any past reservations about the practicallity of truly kennel-free living.
I cant stress enough that kennel free doesn't just happen. It takes careful, experienced management. And it isn't for all dogs. Some of ours do not like it at all and prefer their own paddocks and private facilities. But for those who it does work for it works so well. They thrive on the companionship of other dogs and love the free roaming aspect of kennel free because they are street born strays.
This is so true - and sadly, still the exception.