Do I need to be with my puppy when she is sleeping during the day?

[Jodie Rangers]

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My wee lassie like all puppies sleeps a lot. Her bed is in the dining room, but I spend time in the sitting room when she is sleeping. Is that okay? I do occasionally check in on her from time and time and I tell her that she’s a good girl and give her a treat.

Am I doing anything wrong? I don’t think so, but I want your opinion. If anything, am I not doing the right thing by teaching her that I’ll be coming and going as an every day thing rather than just on a night time?

Thanks everyone.

 

[Flobo]

If she's happy and settled while you're in another room I can't see a problem with that myself, (are the doors open so she can come find you if she wants?). You coming and going is a normal activity and if she's not anxious about it, then great!

 

[Finsky]

You don't need to be next to your pup all the time. If it is sleeping soundly and seem to be ok by just hearing you are around, I would say that exellent way to teach it becoming more independent.