I think this pic explaines the way our animals live. :-)

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1510003417.jpg

certain breeds are 'outside dogs' if their raised with livestock their meant to protect..
Pyrenees is one of them..
some friends have them..
one has place with goats..
dog was raised with them, he's a handful if they try to keep him inside..
as his pack is outside and need him..
the other Cujo was raised inside..
good luck keeping him out...
as he will crash a window if need be..

GS are social ..
bring him in..
or dog door..
or like Craig suggested..
a buddy..
but please do more than feed & water..


Rika

Thats a good looking Shepard!

Ours don't do so badly either...





http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1510019692.jpg

Our labs do well.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1510020562.jpg
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1510020562.jpg

Having an indoor dog is a commitment and some things you will just have to put up with. Paw printed floors , water everywhere if they are a sloppy drinker, hairs , no couch space for yourself, etc. I would never have an outdoor dog because I can live with these things as the companionship is all that matters. I prefer Doberman's and have had 7 own me over the years. With their short coat they don't do too well with extreme heat or cold. I can't see a time in my future where I won't have at least one following me room to room just to be by my side.