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My 3-month puppy cries when I leave & goes wild when I return. Normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 11 days old | 11.8 lbs

My puppy is 3 months he crys for 5 minutes when I leave for work but when my boyfriend or I get home he's freaking out crying jumping in our arms for at least 10 mins should I be worried? He's usually at home by himself for 1-3 hours but never more

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 27th, 2018

Thanks for visiting Pecoach. No worries. He is acting like a normal puppy and super excited when you'll get home. He is just a little more expressive than most puppies. There is no concern here at all, and he likely will get more acclimated to you'll being gone for a short period of time soon. Best of luck with Oogie and take care.

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