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Since city dogs are so restricted, they usually end up just staying at home alone. It's just impossible to take the dog everywhere in the city. Even if the dog can stay in the car comfortably, in some cities there is a very real possibility that the dog could be stolen. On the other hand, many city pets serve a need for protection and security, so they are left behind to guard the owner's belongings. The resulting isolation, accompanied by a backdrop of urban noise, is often a prelude to incessant barking, destructive chewing, or other frustration-releasing activities. The situation becomes worse when continuing barking or whining leads to complaints and possibly eviction. Destructive chewing can cause an apartment tenant to forfeit a security deposit, not to mention the loss of personal belongings.
When you live in an apartment and have a dog, you should carefully consider which rooms the dog will have access to when you are gone. Some owners may need to train their dogs to "do their business" on papers in the bathroom, so this door will have to be propped open. Otherwise, if the door accidentally shuts the door during the day, you may find some surprises in the living room when you return. A variation on this same theme is if the dog locks itself in the bathroom, you may fine that the towels, soap and the door have been chewed in frustration.
In apartment buildings, pipes and ventilation systems tend to connect to upper and lower floors. The dog that barks in the kitchen, bangs its tail on the bathroom radiator, or yodels in the living room will probably disturb many residents.
The balcony is no place for an unsupervised dog. This can be dangerous for the dog as well as a nuisance for neighbors if the dog is not well behaved. Some city owners train their dogs to use their balcony as a bathroom, sending fumes, aromas, and even droppings down or across to their neighbors. Obviously, this is not a good idea.
Correction of these problems can be difficult sometimes, being that the dog simply can not tolerate the city environment. Obedience training, plays an important part in helping a dog adapt to a city's demands. The dog should be taught to heel, sit, stay, and come level. It may be helpful to simulate city street noise by leaving a TV or Radio on teaching the dog, as you will need his undivided attention when in real world situations.
Boredom and loneliness can be alleviated by a program of roadwork, exercise, massage, grooming, and proper diet. The possibility of getting a companion pet for the dog might also be explored. It does not have to be another dog – a cat may be a possibility, if the two are compatible. A bird that sings or can be taught to talk is another possibility.
The city can be tough for dogs, but with a little help from their owners, they can learn to adapt. Their life is what you make it.
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