I have 16...they free range all day whether I am there or not...I make sure I am home to lock their run in the evenings, or someone else stops by if I am not home to do it....they know where to run and hide if they need to do so...they have shelter and food...they are fine.
If your dog is locked up and there are no strays, which can happen at any time, I realize....if you are comfortable, then let them out!
If your dog is locked up and there are no strays, which can happen at any time, I realize....if you are comfortable, then let them out!