You cannot be with your dog all day every day, keeping them busy and entertained while you are away can help to cut down on unwanted behavior.
Dogs misbehave for a few different reasons, including boredom and anxiety. It can be scary for your dog to be left at home because they really do not have a concept of time.
It can also be a very tempting time (when they are home alone) to get into things that they are typically banned from when you are home. There are a few things you can do to make your furry buddy feel more at ease when you are a way and entertain themselves.
Leave the Guilt Behind
Before you start worrying about how your pup feels about you leaving and whether you will be able to provide them with enough entertainment to keep them busy while you are gone you should adjust your attitude about the situation. Many dogs suffer from separation anxiety not because they are afraid of being alone but because their pet parents are anxious about leaving them alone.
9.This may not be the best choice but here it goes, get a companion dog for your dog. Two dogs are far less likely to be lonely when you are away than one dog is. Of course, this largely depends on space, budget and the amount of work you are willing to put in to owning another dog.
10.Hire a friend. You can pay someone to come by during the day while you are out at work. Paying someone to come by for an hour or so each day, it will break up the day for your dog and provide a bit of entertainment while you are away.
11.Desperate measures. If your pup is just completely miserable while you are gone, and displays unwanted behaviors, you could consider a doggy day care situation for at least part of the day.
Does It Work?
The reality is you must use a little trial and error to figure out what works and what does not for your dog. Dogs are like humans, they have unique personalities, what makes one happy may not work to make another one happy. Try a few of the above tips and look for progress with your dog to figure out which one works for them.
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