What dogs think about when home alone is enough to make you never leave

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Adrienne Carson, vice president of behaviour and training at St Hubert's Animal Welfare, told The Dog People that dogs miss their owners during their absence because they…

Every dog owner knows how challenging it is to shut the door on their beloved pet while they gaze back with those irresistible puppy eyes. Unfortunately, however, many of us have to leave the house to earn a living, keep their bowls topped up, and replace the toys they inevitably destroy.

Adrienne Carson, vice president of behaviour and training at St Hubert's Animal Welfare, told The Dog People that dogs miss their owners during their absence because they associate them with positive feelings. The Dog People states: "If you've been gone for a long time, your dog might be super excited when you come home.

"Research shows that the longer you're away, the happier your dog is when you return. Dogs are social animals, so they may feel sad when their favourite person is gone. This can happen with all dogs, not just those with separation anxiety.

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