There are times when you may be forced to leave your dog alone, and maybe your dog is suffering from separation anxiety. Separation anxiety can occur with any dog, but there are dogs that are more prone to separation anxiety than other dogs. Especially with dogs that are accustomed to being with their owners, or having a deep companion with humans. And there are also dog breeds that are more prone to separation anxiety than other dog breeds.
#1 – German Shepherd Dog
The German Shepherd Dog is a breed of medium to large-sized herding dog that originated in Germany. The German Shepherd Dog is large, powerful, muscular, agile, intelligent , confident and has a noble personality. Loyalty, courage are what people often mention about this breed.The German Shepherd Dog builds deep relationships with their companions, and can lead to separation anxiety.
#2 – Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd, also known as Aussie, is a breed of medium-sized herding dog that originated in United States. They have a similar appearance to the Border Collie. The Australian Shepherd is a smart, loyal, highly energetic, loving, kind, devoted dog. They require a lot of exercise and attention, if not working or playing will make them bored, and they have high separation anxiety.
#3 – Labrador Retriever
The Labrador Retriever is a medium-large breed of retriever-gun dog. he Labrador Retriever is a sweet, adorable face dog, and they are the most popular dog breed in America. The Labrador Retriever is an friendly, outgoing, energetic dog. They show deep affection for their caregivers and owners and they have high separation anxiety.
#4 – Vizsla
Vizsla is a breed of Hungarian origin, they stand out with their agility, and energetic , and also a talented hunter. In addition, Vizsla is also very affectionate and gentle, not liking being left alone.
#5 – Border Collie
The Border Collieis is a herding dog breed originating from Scottish Borders. They are hard-working, intelligent and energetic. The Border Collie has independent and extremely intelligent thinking to handle their work. However, if they do not work, play, or exercise regularly, they will feel bored and destructive. Border Collie owners should expect to spend a lot of time with their dog.
#6 – Cocker Spaniel
Cocker Spaniel has 2 types: American Cocker Spaniel and English Cocker Spaniel, their name depends on their origin. They have long ears, big eyes and a cute face and they have enough colors and patterns. The Cocker Spaniel is a gentle, fun, intelligent, easy-to-train dog, and they also love to play with children. However, the Cocker Spaniel also has high separation anxiety.
#7 – Bichon Frise
Bichon Frise is a small breed, with a cute, small appearance, featuring a head covered with round fur and big eyes. Bichon Frise is quite mischievous and curious, however, they need a lot of love, affection and time from their owners because they are prone to having separation anxiety.
#8 – Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a small breed originating from the United Kingdom. They have long ears, big eyes and an expressive face, many say it’s a sweet face. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is very gentle, affectionate, graceful and charming, always likes to be with their owners. If they are left alone for too long, they will prone to having separation anxiety.
#9 – Italian Greyhound
The Italian Greyhound, also known as Italian Sighthound, is a small breed native to Italy. Italian Greyhound is a miniature Greyhound. They are playful, affectionate, inextricably linked with their owners and carers, and they are also prone to having separation anxiety.
#10 – Toy Poodle
Toy Poodle is a small breed of dog that weighs no more than 7 pounds. They are covered with thick curly hair, they shed very little, and are hypoallergenic. Toy Poodle is an intelligent, agile, obedient, and easy-to-train dog. However, they are also prone to having separation anxiety.
