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>>44096 You are right, keeping a dog outside ALL of the time without ever giving it a glance wouldn't make it apart of the family or even a pet, just an animal for the sake of having. Your concern is understandable. I think it will, however, work out. My lab, Nikki(pictured in the sunroom) is often inside now, due to suffering complications from being hit by a truck earlier in the summer, and getting along in years. Leaving the corgi outside and having her inside would be unfair and cruel, so it would be brought inside as well. One of the reasons we desire another dog is to keep my lab some in-species company (she's been a bit lonely since our old dog passed away, having always had the company of some other dog until now).
To further answer your question about why I want another dog other than for companionship, for me, my family, and my dog, I also desire another dog for agility; since Nikki is somewhat incapacitated and unable to jump or swim like she used to, I miss the extensive training and joy both me and my dog got out of performing in agility.
Also, this dog, along with Nikki, would accompany me to the barn I keep my horse at, something my lab also enjoys, being exposed to other animals and being able to come along with me when I trail ride. Since I have heard corgis are very good around livestock, I figured this breed would also be a good choice, because there are sheep, donkeys, chickens and cows where I keep my horse, as well of horses, cats and other dogs.
Thanks for your input!
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