I have a large back yard for playing, and little garden areas for sniffing around in. I lock my gate, so they are safe. I like to sit outside operate a ball launcher if your dog fetches like mine! I have an outdoor dog house, and a large covered patio with furniture that is okay for dogs to lay on. If I set up the obstacle course, I can have fun with them and get my exercise in too, while I run around with them. I also have a dog door to my home for overnight stays, ( and wood/tile floors) so a well trained dog can stay inside if he likes too... in the warm and cozy home at all times. I keep dog beds in my bedroom, so they feel secure at night, but I sit for one dog currently that insists on sleeping outside, in the cool night air, on the porch on my comfy outdoor couch. 😃 whatever makes him happy! I can do daily walks , or if your dog is a runner, I can take to the nearby college campus to run alongside me! One of mine is a running buddy and loves it. I have one adult child who is entering college who will be around some to give extra care if needed. I have two papillons. One is about 8 lbs, and one is 14 lbs, so I am used to smaller dogs. Ironically, the smallest one thinks he is a badass and barks at other dogs but... he soon gives up. Large dogs are fine too as long as they aren’t aggressive. I have 3 crates if I need to transport a dog for some reason ( to the running trail/park/etc). I give little doggie massages and set up essential oils next to my aging dogs bed, just to help his allergies. :). Eucalyptus helps!