[DukeTheDog]

We've not been leaving him outside lately, and tried not crating him. That's not going so well. He's chewing and stealing things and having accidents in the house while we're gone. We've gone back to putting him in his crate while we're gone for his own safety and the cat's too. He really prefers being outside while the weather is mild like it is now. He dosen't want to go off the porch if it's raining and I can't wait until there's snow on the ground! He'll be bunny hopping all over the yard! He's an awesome dog, and a great playmate for the cat and our son. I love the idea of doggy daycare, I think there's one just outside of town! Thanks for that suggestion.