Sad Dog With Separation Anxiety Sits On The Balcony And Waits For His Owner To Return Every Time He Leaves
Some dogs handle goodbye better than others, and Toby is clearly not one of them. The little pup from Peru has turned waiting into a full-time job, especially when his owner walks out the door.
Every time that happens, Toby heads to the balcony and keeps watch over the street, sometimes long after sunset. He is not just looking around, either, he is waiting for the person he loves most to come back home.
And when that familiar face finally appears, Toby’s whole mood changes in an instant.
This is Toby, the cute doggy with separation anxiety
It can be very difficult to handle dogs with separation anxiety.
Leaving them alone is hard because they're so attached to you and always want to be around you. When you leave a dog like Toby, he might scratch and chew on things like furniture or even your favorite pair of shoes.
Poor Toby will spend his day on the balcony after his owner leaves
Toby does not make a quiet exit from the scene.
It's much more dangerous if dogs like Toby try to run away from home.
Your door is likely to be a target for the dog if you're in an apartment. However, if you're in a house and your dog is left outside, he might try to dig under the fence or jump over it to escape.
You want to ensure that your dog is in a safe environment when you leave so he doesn't get hurt trying to escape.
Patiently waiting for his owner's return, releasing a heartbreaking scream from time to time
Toby is never truly alone; he has a brother and more family members who are with him
Regardless, he needs his 'dad.' He doesn't take his eyes off the street where his owner will come from
That wait can go on for hours.
This is similar to the owner who brought his overly attached dog to job interviews, even with his wife watching.
There are things you can do if you also have a dog with separation anxiety.
A common approach is to avoid giving your dog attention when you come home until he calms down from his excitement. You should also provide your dog with plenty of chew toys to keep him busy while you're away.
Toby will often sit outside like this, waiting for his owner until nightfall
Even after dark, he still seems hopeful.
When his owner does return, Toby can get some rest feeling calm and safe
Fortunately, Toby's case isn't too serious because he's never truly alone and always has someone keeping him company. He's also very patient, and even though he howls sometimes, he doesn't scratch, chew on things, or try to escape.
He's just a good boy who really loves his dad.
When his owner is around, Toby is really happy and friendly
His owner always tries to bring him along, but unfortunately, it's not always possible
Toby likes running in fields, being cuddled, and loved by his family
Toby also loves playing with his brother on the beach
Toby has a great owner who showers him with love and attention
Toby’s heart clearly belongs to one person.
This is Toby's reaction to seeing his owner leave
Before you judge Toby’s balcony routine, read how one owner tried balancing dog anxiety and chores.
Before you judge Toby’s balcony routine, read how one owner tried balancing dog anxiety and chores.
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