Part of the problem with her potty training is her co-care givers who feel she should know what to do. I'm working on them, as they are harder to train then Bella. It has gotten worse since the snow is on the ground. I am going to try the gated area with the pads. I do agree she has too much free space to use as her personal toilet.
The separation anxiety is just mainly trying to prevent me from leaving. The normal routine in the morning is for us to spend about two hours just playing and lounging around. Then I hit the shower, which she feels that she must watch me....very strange but it makes her happy. She takes off with the shoes, socks or work clothes as I am pulling them out. I didn't realize how quick these little short legged babies are. Right before I leave I pick her up for some last minute cuddle time and tell her I will be back. I am told that she will sit at the window and whine for awhile. No barking or anything else.
Mommee guilt starting. She is never left alone but I am her number one and everyone knows it too.