We keep our GSP inside with the family, but he is also in the kennel when we leave. Our Brittany stays inside all of the time. She is getting quite up there in years and is pampered a lot. We think the dogs bond better if they are allowed to live with you and become family members. They obey commands better and have a better disiplined behavior. This is Bubba's page
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