I’ve had one to three dogs of my own for the last 15+ years. I didn’t have them growing up so I guess I’m making up for lost time. I currently have 3 small/medium size dogs. 2 frenchies and 1 Boston. I work from home so I’m always around. My desk is in the living room so the dogs are always around, usually sleeping right behind or beside me. I have a fenced yard and a doggie door, sized for up to medium size, I think. My two go in and out as they please to lounge in the sun or to chase a squirrel up a tree. Most neighbors around us have dogs, as well.