Maybe a bit awkward to go to my neighbors and ring the outside gate (standalones here, not compound) and offer to walk their dog at 3am because he needs some attention.

I am not suggesting I hate dogs, not do I think it is my responsibility to look after someone elses pet. If I wanted to walk someones dog I would get one of my own.

I have a cat who is well taken care of. I make sure he doesnt go out and crap in my neighbors garden or tear up his flower beds and I dont think it is too much to ask for them to take their dog in at night so he doesnt howl and bark all night and keep us and the other half dozen people who live in the vicinity awake. ____________________________________________________
"Diplomacy is the art of saying 'Nice doggie' until you can find a rock - Will Rogers"