Rather than trying to figure out how long we can leave our dogs alone, we should be trying to help our dogs get more out of every day, writes Nancy Tucker, CDBC, CPDT-KA. She discusses the challenges pet owners face to meet their work obligations and their individual dog’s needs for company, relieving themselves, kennel time and more.
Tucker’s article provides food for thought for dog owners as a resource to share when animal health pros are asked about home-alone time.
Source: Whole Dog Journal, April 18, 2026. Link.
10 to 12 hours is too long for a dog to be alone in a single stretch.” – Nancy Tucker, CDBC, CPDT-KA
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