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Hewie on Behavior - Fri, May 25 2007

I want to know if there is any dog (or cat) who follows their mom or dad around. I follow my mom everywhere inside and outside. I won't even go potty with out her standing there by me! I was adopted from the pound monday. Do you think it's because I'm afraid to be abanded? She's the pack leader could that be the reason too? I know wild dogs follow their pack leader but my big sister doesn't follow her around the house. I don't think my mom cares that I do, she just wants me to be comfortable and trust that she won't leave me. If anyone could help I would appreciate it. Thanks in advance!

~Hewie

Alexandria (Allie) on May 25 at 06:19 AM

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I just turned three and have lived with my family since I was a baby...and I too must know where my mom is at All times. I sit outside of the bathroom door...I would sit on her lap if I wasn't 60 pounds! Some people call us weimeraners 'velcro dogs' because we have to be with our family at all times. My mom doesn't mind either...I think it secretly makes her feel good! :)

Miles on May 25 at 06:31 AM

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Hey Hewie, Your not the only one who feels like you have to follow your mom everywhere. I'm so bad about it I go and sit in the bathroom with her and most of the time I try to give her hugs when she is trying to use the bathroom. I'm weird I know. I have to constantly know where my mom is at all times. I need to know where dad is too but it's my mom I'm stuck to. Dad says I'm spoiled, mom says I'm just loved so much I end up getting my way most of the time. All I have to do is look at her with my big brown eyes and she caves in. It's great!!!!

Nibbles on May 25 at 02:00 PM

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I love following mommy around. I like to keep an eye on what she is doing in case she needs my help. The only place I won't follow her is into the shower (I hate water), but I sit in the bathroom so I can still be with her.

Buddy on May 25 at 02:02 PM

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I follow my mommy and daddy around everywhere too. All through the house. I was found in an alley all by myself and I don't want to be alone again.

Savannah on May 25 at 04:40 PM

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I follow my mommy everywhere. And i wont even get a drink of water unless she is by my bowl or if lucki is with her. I like to make her feel safe. Even in the house. i dont go in the bathroom though when she is taking a shower. I think she is gonna give me a bath.

Lagan on May 25 at 04:53 PM

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Velcro dog! I like that!

Liffey on May 25 at 04:54 PM

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I like to be where mommy is. I just have to be able to see her and know she's ok. I watch daddy to but I have to be in the same room as mom. However, I'll go into the bathroom after I know mom's not going to give me a bath. I prefer my own 'smell' thank you very much!

George Jr on May 26 at 11:32 PM

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I'm not sure why I have to be with my mommy 24/7 either, she thinks it's cuz of love and she's probably right :)
I cry if she shuts the door on me, I have to lay outside the tub when she takes her shower or bath, cuz you never know when the bogeyman might show up, I have to be on guard all the time. I love to join her in the water if I'm invited! What??? Dogs aren't supposed to like baths?? Am I a dog??? I make room for myself in the bed, on the couch, I even have tried to fit in the Lazyboy recliner w/her. I thought there was plenty of room, but she made me get down. I think I'm only just a widdle baby puppy and I can still fit on her lap. Oh well, enough for now, I have to go check all the doors and windows, later!

Percy on Jun 01 at 03:54 PM

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Since I was adopted from Animal Control 8 years ago, I very rarely lose sight of my mom. The first time she went in the shower and I could not see her I lost it. I stare at her all the time, and when she gets home I must lay on her lap to be extra reassured that she is home. I also check on her sometimes when she's taking a bath and I dont hear anything for a while.

All this after 8 years. I'm just protecting my rescuer.

Pearle on Jun 01 at 04:28 PM

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Sometimes all 5 of us furbabies are in the bathroom with her! She's not DOING anything, she's just sitting there! Might has well pet us!!

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