My front yard is a garden that dogs love to explore, while the backyard is not yet ready for a garden and therefore a great play area for dogs. I have a large area covered deeply in wood chips for play, digging, running around and going potty. The backyard is fenced on all sides, but a small rascal could find an opening or two to escape, so I don't leave little ones outside without a close eye on them. I also have free-range chickens in the back that might need protecting if a furbaby gets the wrong idea. If your furbaby has the killer instinct, this probably isn't the home for them. My floors are waterproof vinyl "wood" that are swept daily, the area rugs are backed with rubber for easy cleaning. If you have a puppy that isn't fully trained yet it'll be okay, we can help with that. Whether you want your furbaby trained for puppy pads, crate or, outdoor, I've handled it before. What I can't abide by is chewing on furniture. That's just sad and I'm afraid it means the dog isn't ready for a home away from home. I'm a bit like a grandma that likes to spoil the kids when mom and dad aren't looking. I don't mind a dog on my bed or sofa. But, I will honor mom and dad's boundaries if you're afraid he or she will pick up bad habits. I only feed animals what I've been told they can be fed, no matter how cute their sad pout face gets.