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Leaving your dog home alone

Dogs are pack animals, so being alone has to be taught gradually. Well-practised time alone means less barking and destruction.

You will need

Steps

  1. Start short

    Start with a few minutes and gradually increase the time.

  2. Walk your dog before you leave

  3. Give it something to do

  4. Make departures ordinary

  5. Practise your leaving routine

  6. Monitor its behaviour

  7. Follow the recommendations

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