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Dogs aren’t born with separation anxiety — they develop it.
Dogs aren’t born with separation anxiety — they develop it. Most puppies develop it within the first 6–12 months of living with their new family. Why? Because we over-nurture. We treat puppies like babies and cater to every bark or whine. It feels loving, but puppies don’t need constant attention — they need leadership, structure, and time alone. If a puppy never practices being alone, they won’t tolerate it later. That’s how separation anxiety forms. Genetics and breed can p
Keith Johnson
Feb 21 min read
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