So my fam and I live in a 2-fam house. It has a backyard and we live in the 2nd floor but we can enter/exit the backyard whenever. So my doggy does her "business" in the backyard, unfortunately, because it is a hassle to wait for her to do her business and walk up/down the stairs ALL the time, we dont know wat to do. We lived in Queens for a while in the 1st floor and she never did her "business" insidewhen we let her in the backyard whenever she wanted. We could just keep her outside. Anyway we could do that on the second floor??
2007-12-19 07:37:55 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I kno my ? is long, I just want a way to have "easy-access" to leave my dog outside, w/o worryin so much
2007-12-19 07:38:32 · update #1
Why not try actually taking him for a walk? I'm sure you would both enjoy it.
How are the other people about having her "do her business" in the shared yard? If they are not dog lovers they may object anyway.
If not you just have to keep going up and down those stairs. Can't be that many surely?
2007-12-19 07:42:21 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. P's Person 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Dogs want to be a part of your pack- they won't get the social interaction they crave and need if they live outside in the yard. It doesn't matter if you live in a great climate or don't get much rain- for the dog's wellbeing, it is much better if he primarily lives inside with his "people." You can keep better track of your dog and his health if he is constantly under your supervision. No rescue will adopt to anybody looking to keep their new dog outside 24/7. Many dogs in rescues came from that life- they ended up in the shelter because they became bored and destructive. The rescue wouldn't ever place a dog into a home where he would sit outside again all of the time. You could try looking into a breed that doesn't shed, although most people are allergic to dander and not the actual hair itself. I have an allergic cousin who adopted a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and her allergies have been fine, but allergies varies from person to person. If the only way you could ever keep a dog is outside in the yard, it's kinder to tell your children No- for the dog's sake. Best of luck.
2016-05-25 01:42:21 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I live on the third floor and have an English Mastiff. He gets walked at least three times a day and one of those walks is about 45 minutes long. Yes, we climb the stairs, two flights, and it really isnt that big a deal. Honestly, if this is really an issue, it seems like you are headed for trouble in dog ownership. This is the least of your worries or responsibilities - a real no brainer. Your dog just needs to be walked.
2007-12-19 07:47:01 · answer #3 · answered by abhorman 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You should never leave a dog outside either in the cold winter or the hot summer. If you take on the responsibillity of having a dog then you must be prepared to make sacrifices. Keep the dog on a schedule and when it needs to got out, take the dog out on a leash. They are entitled to creature comforts just like we are. In addition to leaving a dog outside being cruel, it is irresponsible. The dog could become injured or stolen. These creatures are our friends and they give us so much joy....please don't do that to such a wonderful creature.
2007-12-19 07:47:59 · answer #4 · answered by sophielove10 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I hae my own fenced yard. I would let my dog out. When I closed the door, I would not let the latch catch so the door would not be locked. When she was finished out side she would just push the door open & come in. The door has a spring hinge on it that it would close & lock after she went thru it.
You could do something like that.
2007-12-19 08:34:30 · answer #5 · answered by Fuzzy Squirrel 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will have to wait for her. Better yet, walk her.
No, you cannot leave her in the back yard if you do not have access to the yard directly from your apt.
She could get out, someone could accidentally let her out, or someone could go in the yard without your knowing. You would be responsible if she gets out and bites someone or fights with another dog.
2007-12-19 07:42:39 · answer #6 · answered by maxmom 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
You are just being lazy and not wanting to "hassle" with your dog. Why did you get it, if something as simple and basic at taking it to the bathroom is too much for you to bother?
2007-12-19 08:59:18 · answer #7 · answered by feral_akodon 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is it a small dog? If so, you could do like that lady did in Rear Window..where she lowered and raised the dog on a little basket hooked to a pulley..Weird suggestion, I know.
Otherwise they do make dog litter boxes in various sizes. Keep in mind tho, dogs do need daily exercise.
2007-12-19 07:42:24 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think you should give the dog to someone that will care for it and love it properly.
You obviously aren't a suitable dog owner.
2007-12-19 09:49:51 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't....someone will steal her and do god knows what to her..plus it is too cold........if it is such a hassle, re-home her....that is part of being a responsible dog owner.....waiting on the potty part.....
2007-12-19 07:43:03 · answer #10 · answered by deb 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋