One of my dogs is still really upset when I go out, and waits worriedly at the little gate over the kitchen door, staring down the hall until I come back.
She is a rescued Shih Tzu, six years old, and a breeding female from a puppy farm in Wales, whom we rehomed from a week-known rescue eighteen months ago.
She is my first Shih Tzu (always had terriers) and, after a lot of work, has fitted in beautifully.
She isn't over-bonded particularly - likes a stroke and a tummy tickle, but doesn't sit on my lap or even beside me, and just sleeps happily in my general vicinity rather than pestering for attention (unlike her sister...)
When I go out, however, she just pines and worries until I get back, and will not be comforted by DH or DS if they are around, or just waits sadly by the dog gate at the kitchen door if we are all out.
My other dog (who she has a wonderful bond with) just settles down to sleep on an available lap, or in her kitchen basket.
She has a cosy bed in the kitchen, toys, and I have a routine for them before I go, but she is still so sad ðŸ˜
It's breaking my heart - anyone have any ideas how I can make her feel more settled?
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ScrappyMalloy · 26/02/2017 19:10
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