Leaving your dog home alone doesn’t have to be stressful. Discover how long dogs can safely be left by themselves, why emotional preparation matters more than time, and how to build calm confidence through structure, enrichment, and trust. Homely Petz trainers share expert tips to help your dog stay relaxed, secure, and happy, even when you’re not at home.

Golden Retrievers aren’t just friendly by nature, science shows their genes make them extra responsive to the “love hormone” oxytocin. This hard-wiring explains their affectionate personalities, strong bond with people, and why they’re such quick learners in training. But it also means they need balance, structure, and independence to thrive.