They do nt want to be inside all the time, but a comfortable home with access to a yard for regular play is ideal. (dogpack.com)
The dog shall NOT have access to the yard while adopter is away from home. (grca-nrc.org)
When you're on a second floor, by the time you walk downstairs, your puppy may have an accident so staying downstairs is better for easy access to the yard. (dogtrainingbasics.com)