Dog Indoors or Out? That's the Question
Ok so the question is does an indoor or outdoor dog make the best hunting dog (companion)? I have a 5 month english pointer and right now keep him in the garage (not crate trained) to eventually go outdoors in a kennel. He has his plastic crate because my breeder recommended it and said the wire cages torment dogs because they can see their surroundings. I do spend time with him if you're asking. But one local "obedience" trainer told me today she "feels bad" for my dog. She says it will listen to me more and hunt better if I keep him inside and be more of a family pet. She says he'll listen less if kept outside and won't bond with me. Is this true? Please help.