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TiggerBug · 11-08-2009, 07:31 PM

I am struggling with what to do about our Tigger's separation anxiety issues. He loves when we are all home and will always bark when we have to leave to go to work for the day.

We put him in his crate and then leave without making a big deal like the dog trainers say to do. When we get home he is usually sleepy in his crate, but when he comes out he is excited to see us. Lots of licks and kisses.

When we left for a few hours today to do some errands, our neighbors (good friends who have his littermate) told us that Tigger barked for over 20 minutes before he stopped. I know that this could get progressively worse if we don't find a way to help him overcome this while he is still young. Tigger will be 5 1/2 months on 11/16.

Do your Yorkies have any separation anxiety issues? What have you been able to do to reduce these issues?

I am also thinking about getting another puppy, but the hubby is not having it. I really think this could help Tigger with the separation anxiety. Will getting a second Yorkie help with such issues? What are your experiences with getting a second Yorkie?

Your help is appreciated.

(FYI - We are gone for 7 hrs each day. I typically work 4 days in the office and one day from home.)

11-08-2009, 07:31 PM	#1
TiggerBug YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: East Troy WI Posts: 7	What to do about Separation Anxiety? I am struggling with what to do about our Tigger's separation anxiety issues. He loves when we are all home and will always bark when we have to leave to go to work for the day. We put him in his crate and then leave without making a big deal like the dog trainers say to do. When we get home he is usually sleepy in his crate, but when he comes out he is excited to see us. Lots of licks and kisses. When we left for a few hours today to do some errands, our neighbors (good friends who have his littermate) told us that Tigger barked for over 20 minutes before he stopped. I know that this could get progressively worse if we don't find a way to help him overcome this while he is still young. Tigger will be 5 1/2 months on 11/16. Do your Yorkies have any separation anxiety issues? What have you been able to do to reduce these issues? I am also thinking about getting another puppy, but the hubby is not having it. I really think this could help Tigger with the separation anxiety. Will getting a second Yorkie help with such issues? What are your experiences with getting a second Yorkie? Your help is appreciated. (FYI - We are gone for 7 hrs each day. I typically work 4 days in the office and one day from home.)