[Morrigoon]

I used to have just a balcony for Barnum when I lived in an apartment in Texas. I laid out some astro turf (with a heavy sprinkling of baking soda underneath), and taught him to use the balcony. Well, as well as Barnum will allow himself to be taught anything, that is.

You have two dogs, yes? So they're not really alone all day. Your only major issue is the potty thing. If the balcony solution is not acceptable, then NA's suggestion of a walker to come get them midday is a great one.

Doggy day care, even if only once or twice a week, would also help keep them active and interested.

But from one dog owner to another... they really do sleep almost all day long.