{"id":4162,"date":"2022-04-24T14:14:30","date_gmt":"2022-04-24T14:14:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/"},"modified":"2022-04-25T11:40:52","modified_gmt":"2022-04-25T11:40:52","slug":"are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/","title":{"rendered":"Are dogs happier inside or outside?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Are_dogs_happier_inside_or_outside\" title=\"Are dogs happier inside or outside?\">Are dogs happier inside or outside?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Is_it_cruel_to_keep_a_dog_outside\" title=\"Is it cruel to keep a dog outside?\">Is it cruel to keep a dog outside?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Is_it_cruel_to_keep_a_dog_indoors_all_day\" title=\"Is it cruel to keep a dog indoors all day?\">Is it cruel to keep a dog indoors all day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Are_dogs_happier_in_pairs_or_alone\" title=\"Are dogs happier in pairs or alone?\">Are dogs happier in pairs or alone?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Do_dogs_like_indoors\" title=\"Do dogs like indoors?\">Do dogs like indoors?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Should_dogs_sleep_in_your_bed\" title=\"Should dogs sleep in your bed?\">Should dogs sleep in your bed?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Can_dogs_stay_outside_all_day\" title=\"Can dogs stay outside all day?\">Can dogs stay outside all day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Do_indoor_dogs_live_longer\" title=\"Do indoor dogs live longer?\">Do indoor dogs live longer?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Can_I_leave_my_dog_alone_for_3_days\" title=\"Can I leave my dog alone for 3 days?\">Can I leave my dog alone for 3 days?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Can_my_dog_stay_home_alone_for_8_hours\" title=\"Can my dog stay home alone for 8 hours?\">Can my dog stay home alone for 8 hours?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Is_having_2_dogs_easier_than_1\" title=\"Is having 2 dogs easier than 1?\">Is having 2 dogs easier than 1?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Are_dogs_happier_when_there_are_two\" title=\"Are dogs happier when there are two?\">Are dogs happier when there are two?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Do_dogs_get_lonely_being_the_only_dog\" title=\"Do dogs get lonely being the only dog?\">Do dogs get lonely being the only dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Is_it_unhygienic_to_have_a_dog_in_the_house\" title=\"Is it unhygienic to have a dog in the house?\">Is it unhygienic to have a dog in the house?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Where_should_my_new_dog_sleep_at_night\" title=\"Where should my new dog sleep at night?\">Where should my new dog sleep at night?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside\/#Is_it_better_for_a_dog_to_sleep_inside_or_outside\" title=\"Is it better for a dog to sleep inside or outside?\">Is it better for a dog to sleep inside or outside?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_dogs_happier_inside_or_outside\"><\/span>Are dogs happier inside or outside?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">Some pet owners believe that outdoor dogs get more exercise, are happier, and are good guard dogs. According to pet health experts, however, these arguments are simply not true. Dogs are social animals that crave attention; they are not happy alone outside.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"is-it-cruel-to-keep-a-dog-outside\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_cruel_to_keep_a_dog_outside\"><\/span>Is it cruel to keep a dog outside?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Answer: As long as your dog has water and shelter she is okay living outside. The main problem in keeping a dog outside all the time is behavioral. Dogs are social animals and need human companionship.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-it-cruel-to-keep-a-dog-indoors-all-day\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_cruel_to_keep_a_dog_indoors_all_day\"><\/span>Is it cruel to keep a dog indoors all day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Can a dog stay inside all day? An indoor dog should be able to spend a day (not more than eight hours) alone at home without separation anxiety, accidents or destructive behaviours. However, it\u2019s important that they are taken outside for a long walk and bathroom break before leaving them inside for the day.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"are-dogs-happier-in-pairs-or-alone\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_dogs_happier_in_pairs_or_alone\"><\/span>Are dogs happier in pairs or alone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-115874\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Are-dogs-happier-in-pairs-or-alone.webp\" alt=\"Are dogs happier in pairs or alone?\" width=\"715\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Are-dogs-happier-in-pairs-or-alone.webp 715w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Are-dogs-happier-in-pairs-or-alone-300x147.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 715px) 100vw, 715px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Many households find that both dogs are happier with a canine companion, but the transition from a single to a multi-dog household takes a little effort. Here are a few tips to foster a good relationship between the old and the new dogs.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/H2wdDvw6hWQ\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"do-dogs-like-indoors\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_like_indoors\"><\/span>Do dogs like indoors?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the home, your dog will enjoy being around people, receiving social stimuli and interacting with family members and other guests. If you want a sociable adult dog, it is essential that your pet learns to learn to relate to people. Having your dog inside the house is the best option.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"should-dogs-sleep-in-your-bed\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_dogs_sleep_in_your_bed\"><\/span>Should dogs sleep in your bed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you don\u2019t suffer from allergies or a compromised immune system, the two major drawbacks to sharing a bed with your dog are hygiene and sleep disruption. But as long as you can tolerate the smell and hair, and your dog doesn\u2019t wake you up with noise or movement, then co-sleeping with your dog is a win\/win.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-dogs-stay-outside-all-day\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_stay_outside_all_day\"><\/span>Can dogs stay outside all day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Without access to your home, dogs can overheat or even freeze to death. If your dog must be kept outside for a long period of time, invest in a kennel to give him shelter from weather conditions. Never leave your dog unattended for long periods of time, this includes overnight.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"do-indoor-dogs-live-longer\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_dogs_live_longer\"><\/span>Do indoor dogs live longer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs that are kept outside all year long may possibly have a shorter lifespan than dogs that are kept inside the house. The constant stress of exposure to the elements, regardless of the type of shelter provided, can wear a dog down long before his time.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aO5PelwwExI\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-i-leave-my-dog-alone-for-3-days\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_leave_my_dog_alone_for_3_days\"><\/span>Can I leave my dog alone for 3 days?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Leaving Your Dog Alone for Three Days<\/p>\n<p>Preparing to leave your pup during a three-day trip won\u2019t be too different from leaving for a day or two. It\u2019s still usually unnecessary to board your dog or have someone take him or her in \u2014 your furbaby will be fine at home.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-my-dog-stay-home-alone-for-8-hours\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_my_dog_stay_home_alone_for_8_hours\"><\/span>Can my dog stay home alone for 8 hours?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most experts agree you shouldn\u2019t leave your adult dog alone for more than eight to 10 hours, but some dogs (especially ones with small bladders) can\u2019t last that long. DO prepare your dog before you go.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-having-2-dogs-easier-than-1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_having_2_dogs_easier_than_1\"><\/span>Is having 2 dogs easier than 1?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Having two dogs can feel like a lot of work sometimes, but the pros definitely outweigh the cons. From easier training to better mental and emotional health (for you and your dogs!), to saving the lives of animals, there are so many solid reasons to adopt a second dog today.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"are-dogs-happier-when-there-are-two\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_dogs_happier_when_there_are_two\"><\/span>Are dogs happier when there are two?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>yes and no. Dogs are social animals and usually happier around other dogs, but a second dog will never be a substitute for inattentive, absent or too busy owners.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bFT6TxGr7jw\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"do-dogs-get-lonely-being-the-only-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_get_lonely_being_the_only_dog\"><\/span>Do dogs get lonely being the only dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs are capable of feeling lonely, and as they are a social species this is a very valid concern for owners. Although the ideal situation would be a fellow doggy to keep them happy, there are lots of other ways to keep them calm and content!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-it-unhygienic-to-have-a-dog-in-the-house\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_unhygienic_to_have_a_dog_in_the_house\"><\/span>Is it unhygienic to have a dog in the house?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is no reason a house with dogs should be any less sanitary than one without dogs. You will definitely have to stay on top of cleaning, but don\u2019t think having dogs in the house means odors and hair-coated furniture are inevitable.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"where-should-my-new-dog-sleep-at-night\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_should_my_new_dog_sleep_at_night\"><\/span>Where should my new dog sleep at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Where Should Puppies Sleep? Puppies should sleep in a crate near your bed. The first night at home you might even elevate the crate on a chair so that it\u2019s right next to your bed, and move it down to the floor after a couple of nights. Similar to human babies, puppies are comforted by close proximity to their people.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-it-better-for-a-dog-to-sleep-inside-or\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_better_for_a_dog_to_sleep_inside_or_outside\"><\/span>Is it better for a dog to sleep inside or outside?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is okay for your dog to sleep outside when it is cold as long as you take appropriate measures to protect them against chilly weather. Your dog\u2019s coat will become thick enough to tolerate the extreme cold temperatures. Your dog\u2019s kennel should be dry, waterproof, and windproof.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Are dogs happier inside or outside?Is it cruel to keep a dog outside?Is it cruel to keep a dog indoors all day?Are dogs happier in pairs or alone?Do dogs like indoors?Should dogs sleep in your bed?Can dogs stay outside all day?Do indoor dogs live longer?Can I leave my dog alone for 3&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":115873,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Are-dogs-happier-inside-or-outside.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4162"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4162"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4162\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":115875,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4162\/revisions\/115875"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/115873"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4162"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4162"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4162"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}