Home Alone

Helping Your Dog Feel Safe When You Leave

For some dogs, being left alone is no big deal. For others, the moment you pick up your keys or walk toward the door can bring uncertainty, worry, or even panic.

Home Alone is a warm, practical Forge & Fetch Companion Guide designed to help you understand what your dog may be experiencing when you leave—and how to gradually teach them that being alone can be safe.

Inside, you'll learn how to:

• Build alone time gradually instead of expecting too much too quickly
• Recognize the difference between boredom, adjustment, and genuine separation distress
• Make departures and returns calmer and less emotionally charged
• Choose a comfortable, appropriate space for your dog
• Use enrichment and routine without relying on distraction alone
• Understand barking, chewing, accidents, pacing, and other behaviors that may happen while you're gone
• Help puppies, newly adopted dogs, and dogs adjusting to changes in your schedule
• Know when your dog may need additional help from a trainer, behavior professional, or veterinarian

Like every Forge & Fetch Companion Guide, Home Alone is not about creating a perfect dog. It is about understanding the dog in front of you and helping them develop confidence one manageable step at a time.

Your dog can love having you home and still learn that they are safe when you are gone.

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