I could not say before but i too will NEVER kennel my dogs ever again , it breaks my heart to think i what i put them through earlier in the year. My sweet bright happy dogs in a few days turned into depressed lethargic animals. I know not all dogs react that way, but i will not risk their health and safety again.

I hope your FIL can come a few times a day for Buddy and Sierra. That is a great idea about penning off some of the house so they have a little more room, if possible.