Heh, well....Mazie is still very attached to me, but at least now I feel like I MIGHT not have to call in a doggie psychiatrist.
I guess Kiki loves me most, but I think I only have a slight edge....she's almost equally bonded with everyone in our family, and that's nice.
Here's a thought, tumblnstar...do you crate train, at all? My dogs are only crated four or five hours a night, but even that, I think, helps kinda FORCE them to learn that being alone sometimes is okay, and feels good, even.
You could even try it during the day, when you're busy in another room. He might cry at first, which is hard to listen to....but start him out easy, and gradually add more minutes to his time. He'll quickly realize he's not abandoned forever, and you'll be back to get him out! Give him a treat everytime you put him in....or give him a chew toy to keep him busy....something to give it a positive association! Most dogs adapt pretty quickly, and learn to appreciate the secure environment of their crate!
When my dogs get left at home, I gate them off in the kitchen with safe toys, etc, but when I get home I most often find that they have chosen to nap the time away in the comfort and security of their crates (which I leave open). There are times when they get overwhelmed (or are pouting about something!
) that they CHOOSE to go in their crates for some independent private time, as well.
Crating seems cruel to us, but actually creates a feeling of security and well-being, for most dogs. (sorry if I gave you the crate lecture, if you already know all about it!
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