We live in a spacious home with a completely fenced in yard for the pups to play! I do not kennel our dogs at night, but do leave their kennels open if they prefer to be in them (they usually sleep with us) to sleep or just need a break unless you prefer your pup is kenneled. I have a 6 month old daughter who LOVES her big brothers! Raider (our German Sheppard) and Chewie (our cockapoo) love to wrestle and play with toys. Their favorite game is taking all of the toys out of the toy box and making mom pick them all up. I work from home, so your pup will always have a companion! If your dog loves morning belly rubs, snuggling on the couch, and playing fetch than our home is the right place for your fur baby. Our house is never empty! My dogs eat twice a day and take supplements for healthy coats. We play outside at least three times a day along with numerous potty breaks. I love snuggling at night with my dogs, but if your prefer their own space I have plenty of room to accommodate. If you leave your dog with me, I look at them as our own for the time we have them. They will always have a human right by their side. The yard is completely fenced in and my home is a pet friendly home: they are allowed on couch's and beds.