Living in the City with Your Dog: The High-Rise Lifestyle
Sometimes it is not ideal for all dog owners to own a home with a fenced-in backyard. It is possible for people to live in larger cities and still have dogs. Sometimes people live in high-rises with their dogs. Does this provide a good lifestyle for their four-legged friend?
This is subjective as it depends on what the dog owner desires for their pet. Let’s dig deeper!
One of the first things pet owners should consider is if their high-rise allows pets. Unfortunately, some buildings do not allow dogs due to liability reasons. However, many people have dogs, and most buildings allow them nowadays. It never hurts to make sure, though!
Although a high-rise may not have a “fenced-in backyard,” a community dog park or spa may be on the premises. This is an excellent way for dogs to get their daily exercise! Amenities should be considered if someone moves into a high-rise with their dog. There may be a lack of green space, depending on where the high-rise is located. Sometimes dogs are so picky with where they potty, and if there are not a lot of grassy areas or trees, you may run into problems!
As you can imagine, living in a big city involves many sounds. Your dog can hear outside, which may cause them to get anxious and bark.
Barking may be an issue in this type of environment. You must utilize positive reinforcement to help your dog learn that the environment is safe.
We recommend that you get to know other dog owners in the building!
This will help you form strong bonds with people with the same interests, and you can learn about nearby activities for your four-legged friend. Plus, your dog will enjoy socialization with other dogs. Unsurprisingly, some dogs are more ideal for apartment living than others. Take the age of the dog into consideration. If you have a puppy you are trying to housetrain, it may not be ideal for them to live on the top floor of a high-rise.
Living in a high-rise with your dog is possible. However, it will involve many steps of trial and error. You may discover that some dogs are not ideal for city living, which is okay. As always, you must evaluate the pros and cons to determine the best living situation for you and your four-legged friend!
