My puppy avoids me but cries when I leave. What does this mean?

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My 11 week old male lab puppy always keeps a distance away from me/backs away when I approach -- however he cries if I leave the room and greats me when I come home. What might this mean? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 2 days old

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

Boomer is still very young and it may be that he isn't feeling very confident yet. You may want to encourage bonding by always offering him a treat or favorite toy when you come near him. He'll quickly learn that you offer good things! If you're working on potty training or other obedience training, make sure to stick to positive reinforcement as yelling or punishing Boomer only hurts your bond and will make him more fearful of you. Once he is old enough, a puppy kindergarten class together is best to help the two of you bond, learn to interact well with each other and encourage good behaviors.

My puppy avoids me but cries when I leave. What does this mean?

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