I have a mostly fenced backyard - there’s a pathway that is currently unfenced in the far back. I have an extended lead leash that I like to use if I want to hang in the backyard with the dog or for potty breaks. I do not leave dogs outside by themselves. I’m either outside with them or in the kitchen which leads to the backyard. My neighbors are comfortable with dogs, and we have some friendly dogs in the neighborhood but I proceed with caution. Typically I cross the street and monitor both dogs behavior before making introductions during walks. If circumstances don’t allow for crossing the street, I’ll ask the other owner if it’s safe to proceed, or I’ll have the dog sit so I’m in between the dog in my care and the oncoming dog. Meet and greets are REQUIRED at my place for boarding and doggy daycare services; and they are strongly preferred for all other services. If the dog demonstrates good training and respect for boundaries, I allow pets on furniture and am comfortable with dogs roaming freely in the house when my husband or I are out of the house. We take it case by case with allowing dogs on the bed at night.