When someone asks me “How long can the dog be alone?”, my answer is always the same: as short as possible
The arrival of a dog in the family is synonymous with joy, expectations, anxiety and a series of good feelings. But, above all, it should be in the mind of every parent of a pet, a strong idea of commitment, since the adoption of a pet brings with it an irrefutable commitment to some responsibilities, which will prevail throughout the pet’s life.
I often hear reports of many petlovers who stop traveling or only plan to leave the house if they can take their dog along, whether to spend a weekend or a month away from home. And I’m super happy, because that’s a commendable attitude! And when someone asks me, “How long can the dog be alone?”, My answer is always the same: as short as possible.
Dog is a sociable (and dependent) being
That sentence that dogs are eternal children fits well to explain why we should not consider leaving the pet alone. Like our little humans, dogs have been accustomed to living in company and do not handle solitude very well, sometimes, even for shorter intervals of time – especially some breeds such as Boxer, Dachshund, Lhasa Apso and Pinscher.
In addition to the emotional aspect, which can affect the dog’s health and motivate unwanted behaviors such as destruction of objects, stress, fear, aggression and coprogafy, the absence of the human father or mother can greatly increase the risks of a domestic accident or complications due to lack immediate help.
Dog is a sociable (and dependent) being
That sentence that dogs are eternal children fits well to explain why we should not consider leaving the pet alone. Like our little humans, dogs have been accustomed to living in company and do not handle solitude very well, sometimes, even for shorter intervals of time – especially some breeds such as Boxer, Dachshund, Lhasa Apso and Pinscher.
In addition to the emotional aspect, which can affect the dog’s health and motivate unwanted behaviors such as destruction of objects, stress, fear, aggression and coprogafy, the absence of the human father or mother can greatly increase the risks of a domestic accident or complications due to lack immediate help.
Consider a future scenario
Imagine the despair of the pet if he gets hurt or has a sudden illness at home and has no one to help?
Since the beginning of the pandemic, many people have adopted a dog to have a companion at home. But did they all remember to consider a future scenario, in which they may have to go back to work in the office again? If you have identified yourself with the situation, but you had not thought about it, it is better then to start reflecting, right now, on how to ensure your dog’s well-being.
Remember that family members, neighbors, walkers, pet sitters and other options to soften your absence and not leave the dog totally alone should be seen as very specific alternatives and not as part of the routine. Include your furry dog in all your schedules and always care for the well-being and safety of your four-legged child. Adoption is a gesture of love that should last a lifetime.
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