Whilst I’m at Work

Many dog owners often cannot decide whether they should leave their dog in their home whilst they go out to work or pop him in the back yard. We know the frustration when you come home and everything is a mess; damaged windows & doors, torn curtains to name just a few. We can underestimate the destructive capability of our pup being left behind with the only option seemingly being expensive doggy day care facilities, these can cost as much as $50 per dog per day!

Here are some tips if you do leave your dog at home when at work:

Before putting your dog outside, make sure your attitude is not stressed or aggressive because the dog can sense that.
Consider purchasing a kennel for warmth and comfort
Spend five to ten minutes outside with your dog to settle him
Be patient as it will take time to get the dog used to this routine

Training your dog to live outside is a great option however, if you don’t want to consider leaving him alone, you can always contact a minder, just simply log on to FindADogMinder for a list of great minders near you!

Published by

Felicity Thompson

My name is Felicity Thompson and I grew up on a farm in Swan Hill. As a child, I loved animals and spent most of my free time caring for them. From horses to cats, dogs to sheep, they were all part of my life. My horse was named Sunshine and she was so gentle and kind – even as a young girl she could carry me around with ease! My dog was Max, a loyal and faithful companion who always had my back. I now write articles for pet blogs and websites. I'm passionate about helping people care for their animals in the best way possible – from providing proper nutrition to offering emotional support.