Many backyards aren’t fenced: mine for instance.
I do agree that anyone who both fences in AND ties their dog up either doesn’t know how to train a dog, or has serious control issues. Either one or both of these scenarios lead to a poorly socialized and potentially dangerous creature.
Stupid owners are the ultimate reason for this dog’s death. Pity the poor pitty.
Sorry about the double post, my mouse is getting old and unpredictable...
Oh, I DO have a fenced off area for my dogs, mind you: it’s about 80’ X 40’, with a 5’ high wire mesh, 2’ deep posts every 10 feet. It might not hold back a German Shepherd in full flight, but it’s more than adequate for my Peke-Pom-Sheltie (25lbs) and my Teacup Chihuahua (2.5lbs).