I work out of my home. I have control of my schedule. I will spend 1 hour of an 8 hour period hanging out with your pooch. I don't have a fenced in yard but will take your pal outside on a leash several times a day for potty breaks and to stretch our legs. I live by the water so we can enjoy ships going by and waterfowl. Please dont let the lack of a fence detour you. I can install a fence if necessary but would rather accompany your pet outside with a leash, a bag, and a scooper. I have had two dogs in my life and in both cases, because I sit at a desk, my dogs stayed in my office with me most of the time.