Sometimes

The neighbors to the east have a few dogs which play in their fenced yard and like to sniff and run along the fence line to play with our dogs. Our dogs will (as a standard) be kept inside away from the deck windows during visits but are happy to play along with yours if you'd like and they get along. (Pending meet and greet in driveway)

Sometimes

We have chickens, they are in a fenced area in the front yard not adjacent to the fenced back yard. They may be heard. Also a neighbor well off to the back of the property has horses and they can be heard sometimes. Occasionally we get wild deer in the fields behind the fence as well. Ducks and heron like to make use of our pond but do a good job of steering clear of our dogs to stay safe.

Sometimes

We are pretty spread out from neighbors but people do live nearby. Our household members will (as a standard) remain away from the back yard while visits occur unless we have specific permission/instruction otherwise.

Yes (Always)

There are two gates off of the driveway to use. Guests must check in by the garage door and sign in before entering yard.