I think of Schatzie as my child. Well, with this said....when my children were young I was a stay at home Mom but needed my time(s) away. Dinner with my husband, errands, weekends away, etc. I felt it was "healthy" to have that break and they always had great care when I wasn't with them.
Well, the children are grown now but I still do the same with Schatzie. She's like a two year old that will never grow up so I like my breaks away, the same as the way it was with my human kids. I am a "stay at home Yorkie owner" and I feel it's healthy for both of us to be apart now and then.
When I am away for short periods Schatzie has Annabelle to bug and keep company, longer periods we have someone whom I trust watch her.