How long can senior dogs be left alone?
Lance Reinger
2025-07-27 18:54:52
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Dogs can be left alone during the day for up to 8 hours, but that people from Britain or Australia scoff at this, call it abuse, and insist that they should never be left alone for more than 3-4 hours. My 6 month old lab mix is alone for up to 8 hours during the day on weekdays.
Kaylah Hoeger
2025-07-15 16:20:57
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It’s not a yes or no question. How long your dog can stay home alone completely depends on your dog, their age, and their physical and emotional needs. Young puppies and elderly dogs likely need more frequent breaks outside. Your dog’s physical needs and what they’re used to determines how long they can stay home alone. How long your dog can stay home alone also depends on what daily exercise and interaction they need from you. Dogs are social and typically prefer to be with others. Some may always struggle with being alone. Crate train them, Kenneled dogs can stay alone longer, especially if they’re properly crate trained.
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