I work in a kennels and I've had many golden retrievers and labradors in and they are the worst. They constantly bark and hate being alone. I just feel like they shouldn't be on this list, just saying
thank you. Labs and Goldens need human affection and attention, that's why they are popular service dogs. they are so smart and get human attention all day
dachshund s shouldn't be on this list at all they literally prone to separation anxiety and will whine and bark. They hate being alone even mine cries and whines when me or my family leave and barks for a good while right after we leave.
I have a Lhasa Apso adopted. Best dog. When I leave I make sure the tv is on. She is so good. Never into mischief. Not a toy player. Definitely a good pet for older people as doesn’t require a lot of exercise
I used to have a miniature schnauzer who passed away at the age of 12. She was a very obedient and quiet dog. Everytime when I work from home or watch TV in.living room. She will sit beside me until bedtime. She was the greatest dog. I missed her so much.
I’ve known a Scottish terrier for 10 years. He was a very very peaceful dog. He was very aware. But was very very stubborn when going for walks. He never bit anyone or any dog in his whole life. He was very tolerant but up to a certain point. But he never bit even then, he just went away showing clearly his intentions. He loved me and I him. Sometimes I would feel dull or “down” if you will. Then he could feel it. And he knew that I was in a really bad state of mind and would be extra tolerant of me. Even let me pet or be with him even if he didn’t want to. And he knew it was a little uncomfortable for him sometimes but even then he would be so tolerant and never bite me. Though he was not a big fan of being picked up or cuddled like other dogs tend to do. He was an Scottish terrier with a wolf’s determination and spirit.
I got a goldador she's 3 and does pretty good by herself at home but when you get home don't expect a calm quiet greeting she swarms you like you've been gone for years lol
My grandma had a daschund and it was a terrible over-eater as she got bit older. I wondered of she was unhappy, who knows. They tried everything to slim her down. In the end she got so fat that her belly almost dragged - and had to be put down :( .Because she got so overweight that her long spine on those little short legs was in danger due to the excess weight. Very sad.
My dog used to have separation anxiety and he was the “new dog in the house” my other dog was there before him and he had it because he was so close to my mom now he's fine being alone but for the first year or so he would TEAR our carpets and poop everywhere lol so clearly that's not the answer 😂
I'm sure you're right, but it's easier said than done! All the shelters where I live, and beyond, have a long list of restrictions, like 'must be the only pet in the house, must be experienced with the breed.....' and pedigree-dogs from breeders don't come cheap.
Basenji? -- I've had them over 20 years and bred several litters - I love them plus they are short haired, clean themselves like cats, use their paws in the most adorable way, are generally healthy, love on you a lot, can be absolutely silly and are a nice size. Basenjis don't bark rather they make a baroo/yodel sound when they are happy and have a whole array of noises so they aren't by any means silent all the time. But to stay on point it depends on the individual if they can be left alone. We only have one of our homebreds now and she's fine alone. But they are very, very curious, as in 'hey, what's inside the sofa?' I actually heard that exact line before I left out my tribe to go to a childbirth class and Stella ripped two holes in the sofa and then the three of them pulled out some of the enemy (aka Polyfill, for some reason they all hate that stuff). They also work as a group if you have several - like the velociraptors in Jurassic Park - one will distract you while the others go steal something from the kitchen that's been left out. Like the carton of eggs. So know your dog(s) well and limit them to part of the house until you are sure. And really many aren't easy to train as no matter how attuned they are to you; they are both sight and scent hounds so other things get their attention. I would never leave one off leash because of that unless they are working (lure coursing, racing, doing agility). They love an enclosed yard so they can open up and run (they get the 'zoomies' ike greyhounds do). I had one that would track airliners en route to PHL and we are 25 miles out so the planes were probably at 17,000 ft. But all that said I wouldn't have anything else. (sorry for the treatise). You have to go to a qualified breeder and meet the mom (and dad if present) to be sure the breed is for you.
Well said, that's my intact Basenji boy, Argo, in the video (not Rusty). In the video he's 2 years old. He's my first dog and trained him from a pup. I trained him to fetch and has off-lead time almost every day in London city. The bond and understanding has grown over time. Patience, enthusiasm, positive training, and a sense of humour are a couple of the key qualities you need. He's on Facebook and Instagram @argothebasenji
As someone who has owned two dachshunds before, what is said in this video is true and in my experience they are not as fragile as some books say they are a surprisingly sturdy breed for dispite how there built though I will advise to not let them jump on or off high furniture at lest if possible they still arnt as sturdy as a lot of other breeds but they are incredibly loyal and loving.
I'd have to place the Scottie to the number 1 spot! I raised Scotties and was a breeder of 23 pups! They do excellent at home alone, best breed I've ever had.......love my Scotties
My mini schnauzer dogs are so different from one another. My girl loves to interact with people and can literally be in the middle of any get together (but is usually picked up and curled on someone’s lap). She loves car rides where she hopes to go somewhere that has new people or pups to meet. My boy could care less about anyone but his immediate family. He hates going anywhere and prefers to be home alone. With that being said, Both are good at being home alone so I’m glad to see they are on this list. Although their owners really are the ones with separation anxiety from them! 🤣
As other comments have mentioned, it's not so much the dog breed, but how you train them and get them accustomed to being alone. Of course the more independent breeds will have an easier time of learning. There are plenty of videos showing how you can do this. If you start from when you first get your puppy, it will be easier.
I always thought you couldn’t leave a poodle home alone? Does it ever get destructive. I’m trying to do more research on this dog or talk to people who own them
All dogs can be left alone depending on their temperament, upraising and breeding. My Barbet has had depression anxiety since she was a pup and the breeders, though with training and consistency is now able to left alone and out of a crate (2 years old). My Labrador is amazing left alone, has never crated or whines (as long as she has had an energy release). Since day one she’s been so easy to leave alone. Though her sister doesn’t like to be left alone but is getting use to it (14 weeks old). My barbet was weened earlier then should of been from mom which can create a separation anxiety. Where as my Labrador was bred from calm family pets and was weened on time.
@@millennialpodcast1438 I walk him before I leave. If possible. And he gets an intelligence toy. Either a stuffed frozen Kong, or a snack ball. I also leave the radio on. He now stays alone up to 6 hours. Altho he mostly sleeps.
Lhasa apso are so accurate! My dog is a half lhasa apso and I adopted her because I wanted a companion but I realized quickly she's not that type of dog but she is the best.
Separation anxiety doesn't come with the breed but the training. If you spoil your dog too much, it would be more likely to suffer from separation anxiety. But if you train it properly and show it who's boss, it will be fine.
@@mustygunt2323 Well believe it or not if you spoil the dog and keep spoiling it, you will get bad results. Some owners of small dogs like a chihuahua or Pomeranian, love spoiling their dogs and they don't get good results. Some dogs end up developing Small dog syndrome which is a condition where a dog thinks it's the pack leader. If you let your dog believe it's the pack leader and not you, it will probably rule over your household. And this happens with big dogs too. If you want a well behaved dog, you need to be firm yet gentle with training. I didn't mean that you had to boss your dog around but ensure that you're the pack leader and not the dog. And also, don't call me crazy because I have been studying dogs for as long as I can remember and you to be saying that kind of thing, shows that you don't know much about dogs either. So please don't say I'm out of my mind.
@@mustygunt2323 And also, making sure you're in charge of your dog is what owning a dog is all about. You decide where it should go potty, you decide where it sleeps, you decide when it eats, etc. What do you think it's all about? Letting your dog decide what it wants to do for himself?😒 We can barely understand dogs and vice versa. That's why it's important that you show him or her the rules and what to do and not to do in a household.
I have a minature schnauzer/poodle mix at home. Cries every time she can't get in the bedroom or if someone gets out of the car lol. Severrrreee separation anxiety from my mom, she literally rips her own fur out when parents are on vacation
I miss my Schnauzer so bad. She loved everyone and didn't need a leash although she wore her collar like a diamond ring. I have a MC club and when we had parties she would greet everybody and would travel around being social. I didn't have to watch her at all. She was so faithful. My new pup has to be with me 24/7 she's a Chug = Chihuahua Pug
@@charlie6629 Oh I was just wondering because I want a miniature schnauzer and I heard that they bark a lot from various owners. I'm guessing it depends on the dog you get
@@TiA003 I know of only one that does. This elder lady sometimes leaves it in the garage with the door cracked. So he barks under the door trying to get someone to pet him. He is so adorable and friendly. Named Oreo, I love that little guy.
No Japanese Chin? They are THE BEST apartment dog that there is! Small, independent, but attentive when you are there. Most people are not aware of how quiet they are. They will bark on occasion but they are very sensible and definitely not the type of dog that likes to hear itself bark.
@@NicolasCharly I agree. Tbh, I dislike any and all bracycephalic (sp?) dog breeds. A dog needs to breathe normally, and not have eyes that are prone to injuries because they are more pronounced out of the skull.
@@doglover2742 ours gets 2 short walks to do business ( condo life ) and one long walk per day which can vary from 4 to 10 km, he also needs to play games like hide and seek fetch etc because with collies their brain needs stimulation as much as their body needs exercise. His needs were greater when he was a puppy, he needed more frequent play times and walks to prevent boredom and again to do his business. My parents find that when they take care of him he settles right into their schedule as well which is less active so he can do that for a week or so. One of the reasons I picked a rough collie is that they don't need to go all day and can be quite lazy in the house.
I have a miniature Schnauzer and he is terrible with being alone, other dogs and people even us he bites and growls all the time. We also have a Goldendoodle and he is great with being left alone as long as when you are home you give him attention and affection
@@sujitm2008 I dunno that seems like abdicating responsibility to me. Or at the very least being somewhat dishonest, self-absorbed and irresponsible---getting a pet knowing you won't be able to take care of it or give it the attention it deserves and needs.
When we had our Labrador and then Flatcoated Retrievers we were both working. They were happy to see us go off in the morning and slept all day. They weren't too impressed when holidays came around and their routine was disturbed.
I've lived with 5 dachshunds. Doxies want to be around you ALL the time. Moses has separation anxiety bad. Fritz wouldn't distory the house, put a baby gate in front of him and the plastic part was destroyed.
The dogs in Lady & the Tramp were a Cocker Spanial (Lady) and a Schnauzer mix (Tramp). Schnauzers are the best! I've had 2 and will never own any other breed again. Give them a treat as you walk out the door & they're fine.
I got a shar pei, amazing breed, just perfect character for me. Mine is super chill and really easy going, she will listen to my commands always without even raising or changing the tone of my voice, it is like she is really aware of what is going on all the times. I wish she liked to be petted more often, but she is so independent that after a while she will move a couple of steps away and sit close to me playing with a stick or something. She likes company a lot but keeping a bit of distance after a while. I respect her Just be sure to socialize her from very young age, both with humans and dogs. Do it with dogs you know are good natured, shar pei fighting instinct can appear and will be tough to change. Not only that but they have a bit of an aggressive playstyle, liking to jump on dogs necks and making strange sounds that might scare other breeds. You can also change that but it is normal for them, shar pei packs do play like this and never get inti fights but because they know
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I am surprised to see the Mini Schnauzer listed as the number 1 dog on this list. I have one that I cannot leave alone because she barks for hours, she has separation issues, and I have left her with another mini (a very independent one), and yet she barks a lot. LOL. But, in all fairness, my little one is a rescued dog. We adopted her when she was already an adult dog. So, God knows what happened to her to justify her separation anxiety.
Both of our Mini Schnauzers have done great alone at home. Our female was more aloof as they often are, but the male we have now is a total lover yet he does just great at home. He has a back yard and dog door as well as a full light front door he can watch the world go by through.
Newfoundland’s should be on this list they are fluffy and cuddly and intelligent they can be hard to train from time to time but they get through it, they are also good Snugglers haha! They are perfectly fine with u being away for a few hours even if u work full time! I 100% suggest Newfoundlands!
I agree. However, people have to earn money to take care of a pet, so that is going to take them out of the house for some amount of time. I see this comment a lot, and I often wonder if these ppl who make these comments are rich (don't have to work) or do they think money grows on trees. Also, also being at home all day with a dog can make it more likely to develop separation anxiety.
Our beagles have been fine left alone - no anxiety, but they're smart so make sure they can't get into mischief. Ours figured out how to open cupboards, so we had to put on child locks! Good at being independent but still loving.
help!! my puppy ranger is 10 months old. he’s a german shepherd husky mix, and he chews up everything, barks whines and cries, and gets into the trash when he’s left by himself. really sweet dog, just can’t be left alone. most recently he ripped up the couch and keeps making the hole bigger😔
I agree 100%. In my experience they don't tear stuff up and I think they just sleep all day until you get home. They do put on the act that they missed you so much, though!
I love schnauzers, a neighbour of mine had one he was the most loving dog I had ever seen, dog sat him a few times. Had been given to my neighbour because a couple who lived in a condo worked long hours and he cried when alone and people in the building complained. I constantly think about getting this breed, though videos seem to indicate that they get diabetes often.
I got lucky with my mini schnauzer. She doesn't mind being left alone for hours. But i make sure she gets her daily walk, play and cuddle time. Sge would also let me know if she needs a potty break so i can let her out. She gets jealous of my phone though and won't stop pawing me until i put it down, 😂
I don't want to come home from work to find my Beagle/Aussie cattle dog tore my couch in half. I kennel trained him. He doesn't seem to mind. I'm usually home by 1pm then I take him out for some exercise. He loves to run and sniff around for rabbits. He's pretty good at finding them,but I'd never let him catch one. We've got so many rabbits around here it's crazy.
I have a king Charles cavalier, who never had an issue when left alone, she lies by the front door waiting for you to get home. Then we added a small chi chi to our family, and although they both love going for outings and car rides, when left alone, they both now snuggle together at the front door, which they never do otherwise! It's kinda funny how the little queen Chihuahua becomes so affectionate to the much larger yet inferior to her cav sister when left alone. We have security cameras, so we have witnessed this countless times! 😄
Surely, every dog is unique, my shepherd / retriever was mostly good at home, but cried and didn't eat for 3 days when having to stay at a dog kennel ... I usually took her on most of my trips except a few times when. I had to fly out of state 😅
Our Labradors have always been fine left alone during the day. They love when you come home and always want to be with us, but they can be alone. You just have to train your dog. Labradors are great because they can make amazing working dogs, but they make a great family dog too. They’re also pretty healthy and can live quite long considering their size. I love my dog! 🥰🐶
I don’t know how my parents trained the first one before I was born, but the second was almost 2 when we got her. She has a crate. It’s her spot. We used to lock her in when we left the house and at night, until she learned where in the house she wasn’t allowed. She never had any problem going in her crate when we told her to. Now she hangs out in there.
@@JD-yb1hm no, I had a Shar-Pei a long time ago who acted the same way. Just layed around all day low energy never barked. That's part of the reason I wanted the Chow.
@@JD-yb1hm if your willing to be patient and stern yes. She is stubborn and wants things her way, I've dealt wit it in the past. I figured now would be a good time to get one since the quarintine I can spend more time with her. Just don't be a push over.
Please do a video on The Shiba Inu. I saw one a few weeks ago and loved its calm and confident demeanor. Please correct the spelling of the dog breed I mentioned if required.
@@eileenvandernoot3867 they only shed heavily twice a year. spring and fall. my baby girl currently 2 months old can be left alone for hours. you just need to train them to get used to be alone when young. but when you do have time with them, make sure to really play and praise them a lot
Any dog can stay home it just requires training.If you don’t have time to train I recommend running around with your dog on the weekend when you have time don’t wash the shirt so the next time you leave your pup will sniff that shirt because they love ❤️ your sent.And it will feel like your right next to them. This is because dogs have a stronger sent than us and when they smell us they know we’re around but if they chewing a shirt that you wear.Maybe try a hat that has gotten small so if there’s a piece of clothing you don’t wear anymore like a hat let them chew that.I hope this helps! ❤️ ❤️❤️
If you leave the dog at home alone he needs two long walks a day, no less. Many people don't walk their dogs enough. Even these calm breeds will suffer if they don't get enough exercize every day. I have lived with Scotties and Lhasas. They're content to sit in the window or front porch and guard the home base all day but only if they get enough walks and playtime.
Finnish Spitz are independent and don't mind being left alone for long periods. They should be added to your list. I have over 40 years experience with the breed.
Intelligent dogs understand when you leave and wait for you, don't chew on anything when you are gone after puppyhood like German Shepherds and even Siberian Huskies. We also experienced this with Samoyeds. Our German Shepherd and Husky were together a long time and would not get into mischief when left alone. They would neither eat nor drink when we were away. So NO accidents. Dogs are better off left alone when they have a friend to stay with. You can breed a dog down to size but a dog with a micro brain when it was meant to be much bigger, cannot be as intelligent. I found when I broke my ankle that without training my German Shepherd, fetched the cordless phone for me, would pick up my cane for me without any command, just because she knew I was in pain. This was even after our Husky died of old age. A smarter dog can be very patient and guard the house for you. In return you get a dog smart enough to act as a service dog out of deep love for you.
mine is a mix of shepherd and husky, and he chews on everything when he’s left alone. he’s a really sweet dog, but he gets really anxious when left alone.
Ive recently rescued a street dog, probably about one years old. Could have been abandoned or lost as he quickly learns some commands. Doesn’t like the lead so much but biggest problem that developed after about a week was if he sees another dog whilst walking he goes mad, getting very agitated and im afraid to take him out now. How can i train this behaviour?
We just lost our rat terrier. We need to wait to get another dog, but we’d like less shedding dog, and less barking dog. We are 74. Any suggestions? We cannot have large dog.
No highly intelligent, highly active dog is going to be particularly comfortable being left alone for extended hours. Several of these breeds are bred to be pack hunters and lap dogs. These dogs can be prone to anxiety and destructive tendencies when without social stimulation, their intelligence making them naturally stubborn and with curiosity that can easily get them into trouble. Most dogs with good training and adjustment can be fine. The Basenji and the Lhasa are probably the only two on this list that I can really agree with. Great Danes are actually listed as "apartment" dogs with their more easy-going and relaxed personalities, they could easily beat out most of the dogs listed here. And the "goldador" isn't a breed. Labs and Golden's both can swing in the spectrum from sedate, gentle giants to completely neurotic. They need work and activity to be happy and stimulation or they can be destructive. Someone who isn't home enough to provide this is likely to have more issues with destructive tendencies and escape attempts.
Basenjis are known for being prone to separation anxiety, and they tend to be very loud. Sure they don't bark, but I've never owned a dog more likely to howl when distressed. A barking dog would be easier to accept that having a wolf next door, calling for its pack. They're also known to be very destructive when bored, annoyed, stressed or simply curious about something.
@@JWildberry J Wildberry J Wildberry Basenjis aren't inherently loud dogs and they don't howl. They may shriek or yip when startled or excited. They also are bred to function independent of their owner for hunting purposes which does not tie in to being anxious if their owner isn't around. And any dog bored enough can be destructive which comes down to training and providing an outlet. None of this negates the fact that most of the dogs in the video aren't good at being left alone, some are even neurotically destructive if not provided excercise and other mental and physical stimulation.
@@ritzlarka I can assure you that they howl to call for their family, and when I first heard my girl's "wolf howl," as opposed to her whining, shrieking, screaming or yodeling, I was floored by how loud and deep it was. If you search for "basenji home alone" on RUclips, this is the first one that pops up. Warning: It's loud. ruclips.net/video/o8t9rXlbZBM/видео.html
@@JWildberry so you're saying an animal under stress of some kind makes sound and it's not a typical day to day thing? That's pretty typical of most animals but they still aren't "howlers" like other breeds. They aren't bred to be incessant, they are bred to be quiet because they are meant to hunt alone in the jungles. If your dog needs attention that bad or is having anxiety issues then that doesn't have anything to do with the breed because it isn't what they were bred to be.
@@ritzlarka How can you say basenjis are not howlers when they're known to yodel instead of bark? That is a form of howling. When a breed has a common behavioral issue like the basenji does, you can't explain it away by saying it wasn't bred for it. It wasn't bred to be aggressive either, but that is a very common problem. As for stealing and destroying things, that's not even a flaw, that is part of the package when you get one. Btw, basenjis originally hunted in packs, so they're not bred to be alone. Quite the opposite.
Can the cavalier king charles spaniel stay home alone ? (I'm in high school so i can't be here all day (8 hours per day) and i don't want my dog to be sad)
Even dogs that are independent should not be alone for more than 4 hours. Not being able to go to the toilet for more than 4 hours is pretty cruel. Also when staying alone for more than 4 hours boredom starts to kick in which can leave dogs looking for new interests as your shoes for example! This can lead to a lot of misdirected frustration and anger with them as you can image. I can see you are responsible for asking and are looking to be as correct as possible in owning a dog. I would advise to save up a few thousand euro’s and when you have more time contact a responsible breeders to find a pup! In the mean time I would read some books which contain informative sections as well as pro and cons of the breed you are looking for and of dog ownership in general. Make sure to get your dog from a responsible breeder as many street breeders and pet shops tend to import young puppies from bad places but I’ll leave the research for you! Have fun on your journey to dog ownership!! ☺️
@@jessicayoon6128 i know dogs shouldn't stay alone for more than 4hours that's why I'm asking cause i don't want my dog to be sad and lonely. Technically he is not gona be alone (a woman works at my home everyday and she will make him go to toilet and feed him) she's just not gona play with him. And I'll be home at 12pm (i go to school at 8am and come back at 12pm then go back to school at 1.30pm and come back at 5.30pm). Is it possible to have a dog in this situation? Because i really don't want to get a dog if he's going to be sad🥺
fan tar Hi! I think if someone is around to make sure your pup can go to the toilet and gets some attention he’ll be fine! I would ask the person in advance if he/she would enjoy to take care of the dog since he/she will spend a lot of time with your dog. Also to set some ground rules, you wouldn’t want to end up with unwanted behaviour! ☺️ I’m not sure if you are planning on getting a puppy but if you are I would recommend getting one during the summer holidays! Then you’ll have a lot of time to bond and train your pup with less external stress from school. Most probably you know this already but puppies have to go to out every hour in the first weeks because they still have to learn to hold their bladder. You are doing amazing on researching what breed fits with you and I think that is a very good and responsible step to keeping a dog for life! Good luck!
Tbh I think any dog breed can be left home alone it all depends on how you train them and getting them use to your routine, it’s just different breeds will take longer than others.
Basenjis are NOT suitable to be left alone. Separation anxiety is common in the breed, and is a big problem for many owners (search youtube). If I lived in an apartment and had to leave my dog behind for hours every day, I would not get one. Yes, some basenjis can be left alone, but you'd be taking a big risk if that doesn't work with your living conditions and lifestyle. Basenjis are very hard to train, and easily becomes aggressive unless you use positive reinforcement training, like clickers. A strict NO can in some cases be enough to annoy some of them, depending on the temperament. They're a primitive breed, and training them is like a training a cat. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't, and even if they behave when you're around, they'll usually be on the kitchen counter as soon as you leave the room. If cats do it, basenjis can too. They tend to be destructive and loud when left alone if they're unhappy about it, and many can open doors, cabinets and climb any fence that doesn't have coyote rollers. It is NOT a breed you buy if you're a new owner, or want an obedient, easy dog. They're often dog-aggressive or picky about which dogs they accept, can rarely be off-leash, and they're hunting dogs that WILL kill small animals if they get a chance. I know people who lost their rabbits because their basenji climbed onto the top of the cage and squeezed through a tiny gap to get in. Did I scare you? Good! I love the breed myself, but don't get one without doing extensive research. Getting a basenji is a gamble, and you have to be willing to risk having a "bad" basenji in your family for a long time, as they tend to live past 15 if they don't have fanconi.
We don't usually leave our dogs alone for a long time. But our old Chinese Sharpei, when we're all doing our thing. He does his thing as well, which is usually sunbathe in the sun. We don't know why he loves hanging out in the sun, outside our house but we ain't interrupting.
Had a shar pei a few years ago, she didn't like being left alone. Would dig out and stay in the front yard if everyone left the house. Maybe had a really attached shar pei.
Love you dog videos - some of the best I've seen. Can't believe you only have 162 subscribers (now you have 163). I have both a suggestion and a question. Suggestion - don't use that 'triptic' style camera setting. It's distracting. Question - where did you get the bowl used to feed the cattle dog in the cattle dog video? What a great way to keep a dog busy. The subject of your cattle dog video looks very lucky. Great meals and a fantastic place to live and play!
literally dachshund s shouldn't be on this list at all they literally prone to separation anxiety and will whine and bark. They hate being alone even mine cries and whines when me or my family leave and barks for a good while right after we leave. dachshund s are also prone to getting into trouble while your gone too we found out real quick XD. they are such loyal dogs and pack dogs. Mine always has to be next or on one of my family members or me.
We have a little dachshund and she won't leave her crate when we aren't home. She just sleeps and chills with her toys until we are home. She used to cry alot when we left, but now she's fine with it. When she's home alone she's only allowed in the kitchen, where she really can't destroy anything. I also found that she used destroy alot of stuff, but she has calmed down alot. (I have to add that we do walk her 3x a day and one of those has to be a super interactive sporty activity!! )
I'm thinking of getting a small dog for the first time and I have a 7yr old daughter can you give me any ideas. Would like one that doesn't make a mess.uk
I am usually out from 6 - 5 ish from sunday to thursday and I live in an apartment, what would be the best breed for me. Also can dogs have litter trays or not because no one will be able to let them out, please let me know.
If your looking for a small dog, I’d reccomend a Maltese or basest hound BUT if u have a rabbit with a basset hound...but if your looking for bigger, greyhound and shar pei will just do.
I work in a kennels and I've had many golden retrievers and labradors in and they are the worst. They constantly bark and hate being alone. I just feel like they shouldn't be on this list, just saying
thank you. Labs and Goldens need human affection and attention, that's why they are popular service dogs. they are so smart and get human attention all day
Tsuki Hayashi what about the Boston terriers? Can be alone for 8 hours ?
Actually, neither of those breeds are on the list! There is a designer dog where both breeds are cross bread, however.
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s shouldn't be on this list at all they literally prone to separation anxiety and will whine and bark. They hate being alone even mine cries and whines when me or my family leave and barks for a good while right after we leave.
True they are like the number 1 dogs that need love and affection (every dog deserves all the love in the world )
How refreshing actually someone that speaks English and not some robot
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The one dog that can be left alone:
Cat.
Love that dog
Those dogs are very cat-like.
So... A Basenji then..
Lol!!!
misscottencandy15 Nope. Once left my cat home alone and when I came back there was toilet paper EVERYWHERE.
Urm greyhounds should be added to this they literally sleep all day
Rin Evans yeah mine does
Rin Evans yea, they are one of the top dogs to be left alone lol I researched it recently since I want a pup but work full time.
People don't make a list of 11. They make lists of 5-10-20-50-100.
Golden and Lab Retrievers (the forerunners of Goldators..:))..
greyhounds often suffer from separation anxiety so idk about that
I have a Lhasa Apso adopted. Best dog. When I leave I make sure the tv is on. She is so good. Never into mischief. Not a toy player. Definitely a good pet for older people as doesn’t require a lot of exercise
Hoping to get 1 soon
I used to have a miniature schnauzer who passed away at the age of 12. She was a very obedient and quiet dog. Everytime when I work from home or watch TV in.living room. She will sit beside me until bedtime. She was the greatest dog. I missed her so much.
I.have a miniature schnauzer too but he have really bad anxiety mostly and we didn’t spend much time with when he was a puppy but we now
I’ve known a Scottish terrier for 10 years. He was a very very peaceful dog. He was very aware. But was very very stubborn when going for walks. He never bit anyone or any dog in his whole life. He was very tolerant but up to a certain point. But he never bit even then, he just went away showing clearly his intentions. He loved me and I him. Sometimes I would feel dull or “down” if you will. Then he could feel it. And he knew that I was in a really bad state of mind and would be extra tolerant of me. Even let me pet or be with him even if he didn’t want to. And he knew it was a little uncomfortable for him sometimes but even then he would be so tolerant and never bite me. Though he was not a big fan of being picked up or cuddled like other dogs tend to do. He was an Scottish terrier with a wolf’s determination and spirit.
I got to labradors and realized this person needs to do more research.
Maybe your labs are different
Jamyl Hurtado he just meant when the person got to Labrador on the list lol
김일체 포함 no all labs need human contact at alltime
No. Labradors do not all need human contact all the time. Labradors can often be left alone for much of the day.
My lab cries and hates being left alone, if you’re home with him he constantly demands attention and affection. He’s 11 and still is super playful
Double check the animals on this list. A lot of them have separation anxiety and can not be alone.
I got a goldador she's 3 and does pretty good by herself at home but when you get home don't expect a calm quiet greeting she swarms you like you've been gone for years lol
Jeremy Hasselbacher they can be trained to be calm when you arrive, as Cesar Milan, The Dog Whisperer has shown.
@@denniscrabtree2170 pls don't take advice from that guy
Te3time why not? His methods too aggressive for you?
@@Te3time why??
@@Te3time why not? His training tips work don’t they?
also dont get a daschund/sausage dog/whatever you want to call them unless you have a lot of money for vet bills as back problems are common
If you care for their back properly you don't have to worry about the back problems as much. They just take a little extra care.
My grandma had a daschund and it was a terrible over-eater as she got bit older. I wondered of she was unhappy, who knows. They tried everything to slim her down.
In the end she got so fat that her belly almost dragged - and had to be put down :( .Because she got so overweight that her long spine on those little short legs was in danger due to the excess weight.
Very sad.
🤣 as I watch this with my Shiba Inu stuck to my hip. He missed the memo that he should be independent 🐕 he is the clingiest dog I’ve owned 🤷♀️
I had an Akita. He absolutely hatred being left alone.
You’re lucky ;-;
Mine is so independent, some times he leves the room to be alone 😵
That's so cute! Awwee I really want a shiba where did you get yours?
@@lyrechee we lived in Japan 🇯🇵
Same with my Shiba!! 😂
Have two dogs
Problems solved
My dog used to have separation anxiety and he was the “new dog in the house” my other dog was there before him and he had it because he was so close to my mom now he's fine being alone but for the first year or so he would TEAR our carpets and poop everywhere lol so clearly that's not the answer 😂
I'm sure you're right, but it's easier said than done! All the shelters where I live, and beyond, have a long list of restrictions, like 'must be the only pet in the house, must be experienced with the breed.....' and pedigree-dogs from breeders don't come cheap.
Basenji? -- I've had them over 20 years and bred several litters - I love them plus they are short haired, clean themselves like cats, use their paws in the most adorable way, are generally healthy, love on you a lot, can be absolutely silly and are a nice size. Basenjis don't bark rather they make a baroo/yodel sound when they are happy and have a whole array of noises so they aren't by any means silent all the time. But to stay on point it depends on the individual if they can be left alone. We only have one of our homebreds now and she's fine alone. But they are very, very curious, as in 'hey, what's inside the sofa?' I actually heard that exact line before I left out my tribe to go to a childbirth class and Stella ripped two holes in the sofa and then the three of them pulled out some of the enemy (aka Polyfill, for some reason they all hate that stuff). They also work as a group if you have several - like the velociraptors in Jurassic Park - one will distract you while the others go steal something from the kitchen that's been left out. Like the carton of eggs. So know your dog(s) well and limit them to part of the house until you are sure. And really many aren't easy to train as no matter how attuned they are to you; they are both sight and scent hounds so other things get their attention. I would never leave one off leash because of that unless they are working (lure coursing, racing, doing agility). They love an enclosed yard so they can open up and run (they get the 'zoomies' ike greyhounds do). I had one that would track airliners en route to PHL and we are 25 miles out so the planes were probably at 17,000 ft. But all that said I wouldn't have anything else. (sorry for the treatise). You have to go to a qualified breeder and meet the mom (and dad if present) to be sure the breed is for you.
They are on place 2 in the smartest dogs
Well said, that's my intact Basenji boy, Argo, in the video (not Rusty). In the video he's 2 years old. He's my first dog and trained him from a pup. I trained him to fetch and has off-lead time almost every day in London city. The bond and understanding has grown over time. Patience, enthusiasm, positive training, and a sense of humour are a couple of the key qualities you need. He's on Facebook and Instagram @argothebasenji
As someone who has owned two dachshunds before, what is said in this video is true and in my experience they are not as fragile as some books say they are a surprisingly sturdy breed for dispite how there built though I will advise to not let them jump on or off high furniture at lest if possible they still arnt as sturdy as a lot of other breeds but they are incredibly loyal and loving.
My dachshund has terrible separation anxiety. She barks, cries and howls every time I left her home alone.
Exactly¡¡ Dachsund absolutely hate to be alone¡¡
I'd have to place the Scottie to the number 1 spot! I raised Scotties and was a breeder of 23 pups! They do excellent at home alone, best breed I've ever had.......love my Scotties
My mini schnauzer dogs are so different from one another. My girl loves to interact with people and can literally be in the middle of any get together (but is usually picked up and curled on someone’s lap). She loves car rides where she hopes to go somewhere that has new people or pups to meet. My boy could care less about anyone but his immediate family. He hates going anywhere and prefers to be home alone. With that being said, Both are good at being home alone so I’m glad to see they are on this list. Although their owners really are the ones with separation anxiety from them! 🤣
I love Schnauzers and want to get one. I had one many years ago and I'm looking for one to be my sidekick.
As other comments have mentioned, it's not so much the dog breed, but how you train them and get them accustomed to being alone. Of course the more independent breeds will have an easier time of learning. There are plenty of videos showing how you can do this. If you start from when you first get your puppy, it will be easier.
My Bostons had terrible separation anxiety. My dad’s did too. Great loving dogs but high strung and even destructive when alone.
My standard poodle stays on her bed the entire time I’m gone. She won’t even venture into the kitchen for her food until I’m home.
Poodles are the best😘
I always thought you couldn’t leave a poodle home alone? Does it ever get destructive. I’m trying to do more research on this dog or talk to people who own them
All dogs can be left alone depending on their temperament, upraising and breeding. My Barbet has had depression anxiety since she was a pup and the breeders, though with training and consistency is now able to left alone and out of a crate (2 years old).
My Labrador is amazing left alone, has never crated or whines (as long as she has had an energy release). Since day one she’s been so easy to leave alone. Though her sister doesn’t like to be left alone but is getting use to it (14 weeks old).
My barbet was weened earlier then should of been from mom which can create a separation anxiety. Where as my Labrador was bred from calm family pets and was weened on time.
My Shiba is literally the most velcro dog I've ever seen. Had a real problem with leaving him alone, since he'd howl and scream like mad.
@Faith Bankolé might be. I needed to give him special toys to keep him from screaming after me. But he's pretty chill now.
@@Lytshi1992 how do you managed it and how long was he seperat
@@millennialpodcast1438 I walk him before I leave. If possible. And he gets an intelligence toy. Either a stuffed frozen Kong, or a snack ball. I also leave the radio on. He now stays alone up to 6 hours. Altho he mostly sleeps.
He screams too for the first 30 mins. I got a Furbo and shoot treats right when I leave for a couple mins then he’s good
Lhasa apso are so accurate! My dog is a half lhasa apso and I adopted her because I wanted a companion but I realized quickly she's not that type of dog but she is the best.
Basenji's are so beautiful oh my gosh
I disagree with this video. Dachshunds are one of the breeds that ARE prone to separation anxiety.
Separation anxiety doesn't come with the breed but the training. If you spoil your dog too much, it would be more likely to suffer from separation anxiety. But if you train it properly and show it who's boss, it will be fine.
@@rebekahg.8514 that's not how it goes, by showing them you're the boss you're just telling them your in charge how in your mind does that work?
@@mustygunt2323 Well believe it or not if you spoil the dog and keep spoiling it, you will get bad results. Some owners of small dogs like a chihuahua or Pomeranian, love spoiling their dogs and they don't get good results. Some dogs end up developing Small dog syndrome which is a condition where a dog thinks it's the pack leader. If you let your dog believe it's the pack leader and not you, it will probably rule over your household. And this happens with big dogs too. If you want a well behaved dog, you need to be firm yet gentle with training. I didn't mean that you had to boss your dog around but ensure that you're the pack leader and not the dog. And also, don't call me crazy because I have been studying dogs for as long as I can remember and you to be saying that kind of thing, shows that you don't know much about dogs either. So please don't say I'm out of my mind.
@@mustygunt2323 And also, making sure you're in charge of your dog is what owning a dog is all about. You decide where it should go potty, you decide where it sleeps, you decide when it eats, etc. What do you think it's all about? Letting your dog decide what it wants to do for himself?😒 We can barely understand dogs and vice versa. That's why it's important that you show him or her the rules and what to do and not to do in a household.
@@rebekahg.8514 They never reply when they are wrong. Good explanation. I learned something by reading your post.
I have a minature schnauzer/poodle mix at home. Cries every time she can't get in the bedroom or if someone gets out of the car lol. Severrrreee separation anxiety from my mom, she literally rips her own fur out when parents are on vacation
My Maltese is well behaved when left alone and super sweet and welcoming we're back home. Such a patient sweet heart.
For how many hours
@@marjorie5677 12 hours
@@worldshaking0502 oh ok
@@worldshaking0502 why have a dog If you’re not spending time with it. Dogs are social beings. That’s abuse 🤨
I miss my Schnauzer so bad. She loved everyone and didn't need a leash although she wore her collar like a diamond ring. I have a MC club and when we had parties she would greet everybody and would travel around being social. I didn't have to watch her at all. She was so faithful. My new pup has to be with me 24/7 she's a Chug = Chihuahua Pug
Do they bark alot
@@TiA003 The Chug barks like a Chihuahua although the Schnauzer never did.The first is Chihuahua/Pug both mixed parents yet they looked like
them.
@@charlie6629 Oh I was just wondering because I want a miniature schnauzer and I heard that they bark a lot from various owners. I'm guessing it depends on the dog you get
@@TiA003 I know of only one that does. This elder lady sometimes leaves it in the garage with the door cracked. So he barks under the door trying to get someone to pet him. He is so adorable and friendly. Named Oreo, I love that little guy.
I have two mini schnauzers and they are ADORABLE
No Japanese Chin? They are THE BEST apartment dog that there is! Small, independent, but attentive when you are there. Most people are not aware of how quiet they are. They will bark on occasion but they are very sensible and definitely not the type of dog that likes to hear itself bark.
And they personally look terrible...
@@NicolasCharly
I agree. Tbh, I dislike any and all bracycephalic (sp?) dog breeds. A dog needs to breathe normally, and not have eyes that are prone to injuries because they are more pronounced out of the skull.
My rough collie does well but he needs his long walks/ runs every day.
how mutch exercise do a rough collie need?
@@doglover2742 ours gets 2 short walks to do business ( condo life ) and one long walk per day which can vary from 4 to 10 km, he also needs to play games like hide and seek fetch etc because with collies their brain needs stimulation as much as their body needs exercise. His needs were greater when he was a puppy, he needed more frequent play times and walks to prevent boredom and again to do his business. My parents find that when they take care of him he settles right into their schedule as well which is less active so he can do that for a week or so. One of the reasons I picked a rough collie is that they don't need to go all day and can be quite lazy in the house.
I have a miniature Schnauzer and he is terrible with being alone, other dogs and people even us he bites and growls all the time. We also have a Goldendoodle and he is great with being left alone as long as when you are home you give him attention and affection
Scottish Terrier is #1 in my heart.
When you have a dog, leaving them alone is not my choice... They are the best companions to have around.
What do you do when you go to work?
@@squeet6831 can leave it at your relative or friends place
@@sujitm2008 Every day!? Seems a little much. Why would anyone take care of your pet for 40 hours a week? Unless you're paying them.
@@squeet6831 need to find crush for the dogs .. they will take care during day time
@@sujitm2008 I dunno that seems like abdicating responsibility to me. Or at the very least being somewhat dishonest, self-absorbed and irresponsible---getting a pet knowing you won't be able to take care of it or give it the attention it deserves and needs.
When we had our Labrador and then Flatcoated Retrievers we were both working. They were happy to see us go off in the morning and slept all day. They weren't too impressed when holidays came around and their routine was disturbed.
Ha ha ha . You are right friend
I got 2 poodles so they have each other as well as me.
Standard, miniature, toy or teacup?
I've lived with 5 dachshunds. Doxies want to be around you ALL the time. Moses has separation anxiety bad. Fritz wouldn't distory the house, put a baby gate in front of him and the plastic part was destroyed.
We have boston terriers (2) they are excellent....and ours were trained @ and early age. ❤ them...and "yes" we work.
TheTomboyettez how long do you work and do your dogs become destructive/upset when you are away
The dogs in Lady & the Tramp were a Cocker Spanial (Lady) and a Schnauzer mix (Tramp). Schnauzers are the best! I've had 2 and will never own any other breed again. Give them a treat as you walk out the door & they're fine.
Agreed. I live my Schnauzer. I hid a treat every day before leaving for work...he enjoys running around the house looking for the treat.
Lady had a friend, not lover, who's a scottie. dz7u9q3vpd4eo.cloudfront.net/wp-content/legacy/posts/2e36807d-6413-4536-b589-e6676e7c5e7b.jpg
I'm the best!!!
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Great Pyrenees
Schnauzers are awesome dogs, but I think Tramp is an Irish terrier.
I got a shar pei, amazing breed, just perfect character for me. Mine is super chill and really easy going, she will listen to my commands always without even raising or changing the tone of my voice, it is like she is really aware of what is going on all the times.
I wish she liked to be petted more often, but she is so independent that after a while she will move a couple of steps away and sit close to me playing with a stick or something. She likes company a lot but keeping a bit of distance after a while. I respect her
Just be sure to socialize her from very young age, both with humans and dogs. Do it with dogs you know are good natured, shar pei fighting instinct can appear and will be tough to change.
Not only that but they have a bit of an aggressive playstyle, liking to jump on dogs necks and making strange sounds that might scare other breeds. You can also change that but it is normal for them, shar pei packs do play like this and never get inti fights but because they know
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I am surprised to see the Mini Schnauzer listed as the number 1 dog on this list. I have one that I cannot leave alone because she barks for hours, she has separation issues, and I have left her with another mini (a very independent one), and yet she barks a lot. LOL. But, in all fairness, my little one is a rescued dog. We adopted her when she was already an adult dog. So, God knows what happened to her to justify her separation anxiety.
Both of our Mini Schnauzers have done great alone at home. Our female was more aloof as they often are, but the male we have now is a total lover yet he does just great at home. He has a back yard and dog door as well as a full light front door he can watch the world go by through.
Newfoundland’s should be on this list they are fluffy and cuddly and intelligent they can be hard to train from time to time but they get through it, they are also good Snugglers haha! They are perfectly fine with u being away for a few hours even if u work full time! I 100% suggest Newfoundlands!
Corgis are also pretty good at being left home alone for they use there own toys and entertain themselves
But shed like crazy
People searching for these type of videos, have no business owning a dog. All dogs need love and attention!
I agree. However, people have to earn money to take care of a pet, so that is going to take them out of the house for some amount of time. I see this comment a lot, and I often wonder if these ppl who make these comments are rich (don't have to work) or do they think money grows on trees.
Also, also being at home all day with a dog can make it more likely to develop separation anxiety.
Our beagles have been fine left alone - no anxiety, but they're smart so make sure they can't get into mischief. Ours figured out how to open cupboards, so we had to put on child locks! Good at being independent but still loving.
help!! my puppy ranger is 10 months old. he’s a german shepherd husky mix, and he chews up everything, barks whines and cries, and gets into the trash when he’s left by himself. really sweet dog, just can’t be left alone. most recently he ripped up the couch and keeps making the hole bigger😔
Miniature Schnauzers are the BEST dogs EVER!!!! I just KNEW that they would be #1❤❤❤❤
I agree 100%. In my experience they don't tear stuff up and I think they just sleep all day until you get home. They do put on the act that they missed you so much, though!
All dogs are beautiful I had 2 mini schnauzers and one Great Dane are very good together they belong in packs
What do you like about them? I’ve never had one but I like them.
*NOOOOOOOOPPPPEEEEE*
*GERMAN SHEPARDS ARE THE BEST*
I love schnauzers, a neighbour of mine had one he was the most loving dog I had ever seen, dog sat him a few times. Had been given to my neighbour because a couple who lived in a condo worked long hours and he cried when alone and people in the building complained. I constantly think about getting this breed, though videos seem to indicate that they get diabetes often.
Glad I'm getting a Lhasa Apso
Lol my grandmas dash hound starts crying when she leaves the house without her
most problems can be helped by proper training. See Zak George 🙂
I got lucky with my mini schnauzer. She doesn't mind being left alone for hours. But i make sure she gets her daily walk, play and cuddle time. Sge would also let me know if she needs a potty break so i can let her out. She gets jealous of my phone though and won't stop pawing me until i put it down, 😂
I don't want to come home from work to find my Beagle/Aussie cattle dog tore my couch in half. I kennel trained him. He doesn't seem to mind. I'm usually home by 1pm then I take him out for some exercise. He loves to run and sniff around for rabbits. He's pretty good at finding them,but I'd never let him catch one. We've got so many rabbits around here it's crazy.
I have a king Charles cavalier, who never had an issue when left alone, she lies by the front door waiting for you to get home. Then we added a small chi chi to our family, and although they both love going for outings and car rides, when left alone, they both now snuggle together at the front door, which they never do otherwise! It's kinda funny how the little queen Chihuahua becomes so affectionate to the much larger yet inferior to her cav sister when left alone. We have security cameras, so we have witnessed this countless times! 😄
I have a Scottie mix. 💯 % true. He’s awesome.
Surely, every dog is unique, my shepherd / retriever was mostly good at home, but cried and didn't eat for 3 days when having to stay at a dog kennel ... I usually took her on most of my trips except a few times when. I had to fly out of state 😅
Our Labradors have always been fine left alone during the day. They love when you come home and always want to be with us, but they can be alone. You just have to train your dog.
Labradors are great because they can make amazing working dogs, but they make a great family dog too. They’re also pretty healthy and can live quite long considering their size.
I love my dog! 🥰🐶
How do I train a labrador (if I can convince my parents to get me one) to do that?
I don’t know how my parents trained the first one before I was born, but the second was almost 2 when we got her. She has a crate. It’s her spot. We used to lock her in when we left the house and at night, until she learned where in the house she wasn’t allowed. She never had any problem going in her crate when we told her to. Now she hangs out in there.
@@liannapfister8255 What kind of a life is that all day in a crate? You should be ashamed of yourself.
Rugged Man ASMR what makes you think it was all day?
You should be ashamed of yourself, making assumptions about people you don’t know 🙃
Chows also dont mind being left alone. Medium energy. A lot like the Sharpei.
Just got a Chow. She makes no noise and lays around all day, very low energy. Similar to the Shar Pei, thought I'd see the Chow on the list.
@loslosthuy is it your first dog???
@@JD-yb1hm no, I had a Shar-Pei a long time ago who acted the same way. Just layed around all day low energy never barked. That's part of the reason I wanted the Chow.
loslosthuy wow! Do you recommend getting a chow as a first dog
@@JD-yb1hm if your willing to be patient and stern yes. She is stubborn and wants things her way, I've dealt wit it in the past. I figured now would be a good time to get one since the quarintine I can spend more time with her. Just don't be a push over.
Cairn and yorkie terriers. Very independent and hates being fussed with too much.
Ive had a cocker spaniel, Doberman and a jack Russel. They all have been fine on their own and not in a cage.
Shiba's can be left alone and be completely fine. They don't give a crap about you, only themselves lol.
Basenjis are more catlike than doglike.
Please do a video on The Shiba Inu. I saw one a few weeks ago and loved its calm and confident demeanor. Please correct the spelling of the dog breed I mentioned if required.
K P D G they shed so much.
@@eileenvandernoot3867 they only shed heavily twice a year. spring and fall. my baby girl currently 2 months old can be left alone for hours. you just need to train them to get used to be alone when young. but when you do have time with them, make sure to really play and praise them a lot
Not for everyone escape artist those dogs.
Any dog can stay home it just requires training.If you don’t have time to train I recommend running around with your dog on the weekend when you have time don’t wash the shirt so the next time you leave your pup will sniff that shirt because they love ❤️ your sent.And it will feel like your right next to them. This is because dogs have a stronger sent than us and when they smell us they know we’re around but if they chewing a shirt that you wear.Maybe try a hat that has gotten small so if there’s a piece of clothing you don’t wear anymore like a hat let them chew that.I hope this helps! ❤️ ❤️❤️
Gotta love the mini schnauzer
I've got two Tibetan terriers and they're great alone
If you leave the dog at home alone he needs two long walks a day, no less. Many people don't walk their dogs enough. Even these calm breeds will suffer if they don't get enough exercize every day.
I have lived with Scotties and Lhasas. They're content to sit in the window or front porch and guard the home base all day but only if they get enough walks and playtime.
Finnish Spitz are independent and don't mind being left alone for long periods. They should be added to your list. I have over 40 years experience with the breed.
Intelligent dogs understand when you leave and wait for you, don't chew on anything when you are gone after puppyhood like German Shepherds and even Siberian Huskies. We also experienced this with Samoyeds. Our German Shepherd and Husky were together a long time and would not get into mischief when left alone. They would neither eat nor drink when we were away. So NO accidents. Dogs are better off left alone when they have a friend to stay with. You can breed a dog down to size but a dog with a micro brain when it was meant to be much bigger, cannot be as intelligent.
I found when I broke my ankle that without training my German Shepherd, fetched the cordless phone for me, would pick up my cane for me without any command, just because she knew I was in pain. This was even after our Husky died of old age. A smarter dog can be very patient and guard the house for you. In return you get a dog smart enough to act as a service dog out of deep love for you.
mine is a mix of shepherd and husky, and he chews on everything when he’s left alone. he’s a really sweet dog, but he gets really anxious when left alone.
Ive recently rescued a street dog, probably about one years old. Could have been abandoned or lost as he quickly learns some commands. Doesn’t like the lead so much but biggest problem that developed after about a week was if he sees another dog whilst walking he goes mad, getting very agitated and im afraid to take him out now. How can i train this behaviour?
Hey Roz, we actually have an article on dog aggression, it could be helpful: barkingroyalty.com/dog-aggression/
Good luck! :)
We just lost our rat terrier. We need to wait to get another dog, but we’d like less shedding dog, and less barking dog. We are 74. Any suggestions? We cannot have large dog.
Schnauzers are great, but they are CRAZY LOUD. I've had three and they bark a lot.
No highly intelligent, highly active dog is going to be particularly comfortable being left alone for extended hours. Several of these breeds are bred to be pack hunters and lap dogs. These dogs can be prone to anxiety and destructive tendencies when without social stimulation, their intelligence making them naturally stubborn and with curiosity that can easily get them into trouble. Most dogs with good training and adjustment can be fine. The Basenji and the Lhasa are probably the only two on this list that I can really agree with. Great Danes are actually listed as "apartment" dogs with their more easy-going and relaxed personalities, they could easily beat out most of the dogs listed here.
And the "goldador" isn't a breed. Labs and Golden's both can swing in the spectrum from sedate, gentle giants to completely neurotic. They need work and activity to be happy and stimulation or they can be destructive. Someone who isn't home enough to provide this is likely to have more issues with destructive tendencies and escape attempts.
Basenjis are known for being prone to separation anxiety, and they tend to be very loud. Sure they don't bark, but I've never owned a dog more likely to howl when distressed. A barking dog would be easier to accept that having a wolf next door, calling for its pack. They're also known to be very destructive when bored, annoyed, stressed or simply curious about something.
@@JWildberry J Wildberry J Wildberry Basenjis aren't inherently loud dogs and they don't howl. They may shriek or yip when startled or excited. They also are bred to function independent of their owner for hunting purposes which does not tie in to being anxious if their owner isn't around. And any dog bored enough can be destructive which comes down to training and providing an outlet. None of this negates the fact that most of the dogs in the video aren't good at being left alone, some are even neurotically destructive if not provided excercise and other mental and physical stimulation.
@@ritzlarka I can assure you that they howl to call for their family, and when I first heard my girl's "wolf howl," as opposed to her whining, shrieking, screaming or yodeling, I was floored by how loud and deep it was.
If you search for "basenji home alone" on RUclips, this is the first one that pops up. Warning: It's loud.
ruclips.net/video/o8t9rXlbZBM/видео.html
@@JWildberry so you're saying an animal under stress of some kind makes sound and it's not a typical day to day thing? That's pretty typical of most animals but they still aren't "howlers" like other breeds. They aren't bred to be incessant, they are bred to be quiet because they are meant to hunt alone in the jungles. If your dog needs attention that bad or is having anxiety issues then that doesn't have anything to do with the breed because it isn't what they were bred to be.
@@ritzlarka How can you say basenjis are not howlers when they're known to yodel instead of bark? That is a form of howling.
When a breed has a common behavioral issue like the basenji does, you can't explain it away by saying it wasn't bred for it. It wasn't bred to be aggressive either, but that is a very common problem. As for stealing and destroying things, that's not even a flaw, that is part of the package when you get one.
Btw, basenjis originally hunted in packs, so they're not bred to be alone. Quite the opposite.
I had a shiba inu if we left her she would cry until we came back
My Akita hated being left alone too.
Other videos I've watched have said boston terriers get very bad seperation anxiety so surprised to see them on this list!
Can the cavalier king charles spaniel stay home alone ? (I'm in high school so i can't be here all day (8 hours per day) and i don't want my dog to be sad)
Stop liking the comment instead of answering the question plz
Even dogs that are independent should not be alone for more than 4 hours. Not being able to go to the toilet for more than 4 hours is pretty cruel. Also when staying alone for more than 4 hours boredom starts to kick in which can leave dogs looking for new interests as your shoes for example! This can lead to a lot of misdirected frustration and anger with them as you can image.
I can see you are responsible for asking and are looking to be as correct as possible in owning a dog.
I would advise to save up a few thousand euro’s and when you have more time contact a responsible breeders to find a pup! In the mean time I would read some books which contain informative sections as well as pro and cons of the breed you are looking for and of dog ownership in general. Make sure to get your dog from a responsible breeder as many street breeders and pet shops tend to import young puppies from bad places but I’ll leave the research for you!
Have fun on your journey to dog ownership!! ☺️
@@jessicayoon6128 i know dogs shouldn't stay alone for more than 4hours that's why I'm asking cause i don't want my dog to be sad and lonely. Technically he is not gona be alone (a woman works at my home everyday and she will make him go to toilet and feed him) she's just not gona play with him. And I'll be home at 12pm (i go to school at 8am and come back at 12pm then go back to school at 1.30pm and come back at 5.30pm). Is it possible to have a dog in this situation? Because i really don't want to get a dog if he's going to be sad🥺
I just a watched another video that called them Velcro animals meaning they are very attached, so I would think not.
fan tar Hi! I think if someone is around to make sure your pup can go to the toilet and gets some attention he’ll be fine! I would ask the person in advance if he/she would enjoy to take care of the dog since he/she will spend a lot of time with your dog. Also to set some ground rules, you wouldn’t want to end up with unwanted behaviour! ☺️ I’m not sure if you are planning on getting a puppy but if you are I would recommend getting one during the summer holidays! Then you’ll have a lot of time to bond and train your pup with less external stress from school. Most probably you know this already but puppies have to go to out every hour in the first weeks because they still have to learn to hold their bladder. You are doing amazing on researching what breed fits with you and I think that is a very good and responsible step to keeping a dog for life! Good luck!
Tbh I think any dog breed can be left home alone it all depends on how you train them and getting them use to your routine, it’s just different breeds will take longer than others.
This report is precious!
Basenjis are NOT suitable to be left alone. Separation anxiety is common in the breed, and is a big problem for many owners (search youtube). If I lived in an apartment and had to leave my dog behind for hours every day, I would not get one. Yes, some basenjis can be left alone, but you'd be taking a big risk if that doesn't work with your living conditions and lifestyle.
Basenjis are very hard to train, and easily becomes aggressive unless you use positive reinforcement training, like clickers. A strict NO can in some cases be enough to annoy some of them, depending on the temperament.
They're a primitive breed, and training them is like a training a cat. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't, and even if they behave when you're around, they'll usually be on the kitchen counter as soon as you leave the room. If cats do it, basenjis can too. They tend to be destructive and loud when left alone if they're unhappy about it, and many can open doors, cabinets and climb any fence that doesn't have coyote rollers.
It is NOT a breed you buy if you're a new owner, or want an obedient, easy dog. They're often dog-aggressive or picky about which dogs they accept, can rarely be off-leash, and they're hunting dogs that WILL kill small animals if they get a chance. I know people who lost their rabbits because their basenji climbed onto the top of the cage and squeezed through a tiny gap to get in.
Did I scare you? Good! I love the breed myself, but don't get one without doing extensive research. Getting a basenji is a gamble, and you have to be willing to risk having a "bad" basenji in your family for a long time, as they tend to live past 15 if they don't have fanconi.
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s are prone to separation anxiety too. They will whine and bark for hours once you leave :(
We don't usually leave our dogs alone for a long time.
But our old Chinese Sharpei, when we're all doing our thing. He does his thing as well, which is usually sunbathe in the sun. We don't know why he loves hanging out in the sun, outside our house but we ain't interrupting.
01:23 Iggyyyyyyy!!!!!! You are alive!!!!!!
Had a shar pei a few years ago, she didn't like being left alone. Would dig out and stay in the front yard if everyone left the house. Maybe had a really attached shar pei.
My Cairn has been incredible left home alone !
My Shelties have done well while I worked.
Schnauzers are way too barky
We're about to get a Mini-Schnauzer, he's coming next month. Can't wait! I think it's going to be ME that won't want to leave him home alone! 😆
How do you know if you're not there to observe it? Just because the dog doesn't chew up all your stuff doesn't mean he/she isn't going stir crazy.
Dogs just shouldn’t be alone
That's not true like people dogs need some alone time.
A badger would destroy the Scottie Terrier.
I'll bet you two cool stones and a nickel that the badger takes him down in the first round
We’re talking about english badgers not American ones, Americans and on a whole other level
I have had many daschunds..they are great dogs.have never had any destruction!
You never mention greyhounds
I had a Shiba/Schnauzer mix. Best Dog ever!
Can we let a dog alone with another dog?
So hard to find a basenji in England. 😪
There were a couple in dogs trust recently either Leeds or Manchester, or maybe both!
I know I need one to
Love you dog videos - some of the best I've seen. Can't believe you only have 162 subscribers (now you have 163). I have both a suggestion and a question. Suggestion - don't use that 'triptic' style camera setting. It's distracting. Question - where did you get the bowl used to feed the cattle dog in the cattle dog video? What a great way to keep a dog busy. The subject of your cattle dog video looks very lucky. Great meals and a fantastic place to live and play!
You can get the bowls on amazon. They have that style and others
A dachshund will eat your house while you're out even for half an hour..... they are babies of attention... be careful with them
Depends if you train them or not.
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s shouldn't be on this list at all they literally prone to separation anxiety and will whine and bark. They hate being alone even mine cries and whines when me or my family leave and barks for a good while right after we leave. dachshund
s are also prone to getting into trouble while your gone too we found out real quick XD. they are such loyal dogs and pack dogs. Mine always has to be next or on one of my family members or me.
We have a little dachshund and she won't leave her crate when we aren't home. She just sleeps and chills with her toys until we are home. She used to cry alot when we left, but now she's fine with it. When she's home alone she's only allowed in the kitchen, where she really can't destroy anything. I also found that she used destroy alot of stuff, but she has calmed down alot. (I have to add that we do walk her 3x a day and one of those has to be a super interactive sporty activity!! )
6:51 the meme dog
Not my Scottish Terrier.
I'm thinking of getting a small dog for the first time and I have a 7yr old daughter can you give me any ideas. Would like one that doesn't make a mess.uk
Shih tzus are perfectly fine for at least 5 hours, especially if they have a brother or sister. We've had 4 of them.
I am usually out from 6 - 5 ish from sunday to thursday and I live in an apartment, what would be the best breed for me. Also can dogs have litter trays or not because no one will be able to let them out, please let me know.
If your looking for a small dog, I’d reccomend a Maltese or basest hound BUT if u have a rabbit with a basset hound...but if your looking for bigger, greyhound and shar pei will just do.
They can have litter trays but I’m pretty sure only small dogs and it must be for dogs. Edit: you could just use a large cat litter box btw.
You can also train your dog to use puppy pad.