[Kaylee32]

Originally Posted by DBlain

most dogs are products of their environment and pick up signals from their owners, so if you have a dog since they are small and never leave them alone if you start doing it when they are over a few years of age they will probably have separation problems. Your right not every situation is the same, but the majority of pet owners don't live with parents or grandparents, plus they have to go out of the house to work, shop or to visit friends and unless they are physically handicapped can not always bring their dog along. So it would be wise to get them used to it at an early age. Maybe it's just me but even though I love Lola there is no way that I could work it or want to work it that someone was home with her 24/7 in most situations this is just not emotionally healthy.

I agree!!