How do you know how bad your dog's separation anxiety is?
Hi all!
I think my Tommy, 1yo Havanese, has been struggling when alone and I’m trying to figure out how bad it actually is.
As soon as I pick up my keys and bag he rushes off the couch and gets really clingy and will start barking and be absolutely glued to my legs on my way out the door.
Wasn’t always like this, and I’m worried it’s getting worse. Started 3 mo ago when I got a new job and new hours.
I see such different advice everywhere. Some people say it’s normal because of the new work hours and he'll grow out of it, some say to use tools like Kong or tire them out more, and others say you shouldn’t leave them alone at all.
For people who have been through this, how did you figure out how bad your dog actually might be?
I’m not looking for a diagnosis from Reddit obviously. Just trying to understand what signs made you realize it was more serious, or what helped you stop overthinking.
Appreciate the inputs!