Outdoor dogs have requirements such as an indoor space, extra attention to their physical health, and plenty of activity.
Things to consider: shelter, first aid and infestations, and the right kind of activity.
A Safe Haven - Outdoor dogs still need an indoor space, too - a den, a safe, enclosed place where they can feel secure. Without one, he is liable to have trouble resting, calming down, getting to sleep, and this could make him restless, excitable, hyperactive, stressed, and aggressive. Therefore, even if your dog spends the better part of every day and night outdoors -- or rather especially if he does -- he would appreciate it greatly if you furnished him with an outdoor house to call his own.
Physical Check - It is of the utmost importance that outdoor dogs be groomed and checked for fleas, ticks, injuries, and intestinal parasites frequently. Outdoor dogs are simply more prone to all of these outdoor dangers than indoor dogs. For peace of mind, keep a dog first aid kit around with styptic gel (for stopping bleeding), extra flea and tick medicine, and other items you may need spur of the moment to care for your active outdoor dogs.
Things to Do - Outdoor dogs need plenty to do or you might find them getting into all kinds of serious trouble -- chasing cars, digging holes, wandering, barking incessantly -- just to stay occupied. Instead, keep her occupied with plenty of outdoor dog toys and plenty of quality time with you spent playing with them. To keep them happy, healthy, devoted, and safe, you actually have to give more attention, not less, to outdoor dogs.
