What a great treat when I opened the forum!!! What a great TR!!! And Kudos for rescuing those pups!!!
I've seen gates with multiple locks before. Guys will cut the chain and add their own lock then they have access in/out legal or not.
One problem here in Boise from what you're used to. You need more time for a quick trip to de-winterize!! No more lounging around the pool till you're ready to go. :B

Right now I 84 is closed due to visibility and icy roads. Hope you have clear roads for your move. Excited about being able to call you "neighbor"!!!