Why is my dog suddenly so clingy and always following me everywhere?

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Why has my dog started staying right at my feet every where i go? If i move he sticks right with me. The only time he doesnt do this is when i put him in my bed which he wants alot. Its too high for him to get in or out of it himself. All of this just started a couple months ago. Im worried and dont know whats wrong or what to do. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Poor Littlebit! Is there a scary or traumatic even that could have happened a few months ago that could have changed his behavior? Or a change in the household (new people, kids now crawling/walking, new pets, construction, etc) or household routines (you're home more or less than normal, change in work schedule, etc)? All of these things could cause a little anxiety or neediness. You could try to give her some Benadryl to see if this calms her. You could also do a pheromone calming collar like adaptil. If this does not help, I would talk to your vet about looking at her to ensure nothing else is going on and possbily starting her on an anti-anxiety medicine. I hope this helps and she starts to feel better really soon.!

Why is my dog suddenly so clingy and always following me everywhere?

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