[TxVicki]

Originally Posted by Brae

I have had my puppy for almost a week and she is constantly with me and I am worried she will not be able to be alone when the time comes I cannot be with her. I have been bringing her everywhere, and she stayed in the car when I went to the grocery store, but it will soon be too hot to do that, so I would have to leave her at home. She does sleep in her crate all night fine. But, if I go outside for a couple minutes without her she gate upset. She even comes in the bathroom when I shower. Am I letting her get too attached, any opinions on this topic are appreciated.
(She had 3 homes before I found her, so she may be a little insecure. She is 3 mos. old).

1st off, NEVER, EVER leave your dog in the car by it's self. I don't care if you can see them, you never do this. You have no idea what may happen.

Yes, I am of the opinion that a dog needs to learn to be left alone while you go out. You can start this by leaving for a few minutes at a time and then increase the time you are gone. Don't make a big deal out of leaving, and the same as when you return.

We can't take them every where, so they must learn.