Originally posted by Scooby4
I just wonder how many animals would be put to death today because a potential owner had to keep the dog in a fenced backyard and wasn't allowed to adopt?
Why do you think those animals are in the shelter being put to death? They didn't just walk into the shelter and say 'I think I want to die today'. The ones that weren't turned over by the owners were picked up as strays that were either allowed to run free or stuck in a backyard 24/7 and had enough of that life. My dogs don't really want to live in the house, they just stand at the back door barking to come in for fun And my fosters must hate being inside after a lifetime outside, that's why they barge through the door the second it's open. I mean heck, I'm sure they would be much happier outside in 100 heat in the shade during the day and a bazillion masquitos biting them at night. And I'm sure during the winter that single layer coat will keep them real warm.
How much wildlife does your dog hunt for food Scooby? And what pack does your dog run with? Seeing as how humans have become the pack, doesn't it make sense that they should be with their pack? But gee, it's a little hard for them to be with their pack when they are stuck out in the yard 24/7.