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It's really nothing to worry about as it is in the dog's nature and a sign of their deep sense of a loving relationship with you. It’s normal for your pooch to be close to you and stay by your side both at home or when outdoors. You have a big responsibility to your pet and you are very important to your dog’s survival as you provide love and affection, you feed them, house them and look after their general health. Some breeds like Border Collies and German Shepherds are genetically working dogs who have been bred to stay close to their owners so they can complete tasks together. Dogs are naturally curious and will often follow you to see if you are about to do something exciting, such as getting food, doggie treats, or get ready to take them for a walk Image courtesy of freepik.com

In ancient times when dogs were 'In the wild' and had to scavenge for food, food wasn't guaranteed, so dogs are programmed to eat as much as possible whenever it's available so they can survive through the next "famine". Some breeds have genetic predispositions for constant hunger or anxiety from past neglect. It's a mix of survival programming, sensory appeal, learned behaviors, and sometimes underlying medical or emotional factors. Dogs have an acute sense of smell and will instantly know if you have healthy snacks or dog treats for them and will follow you around until you give them some. If your dog starts following you around more than usual, you should try to find our what they want as they may be trying to communicate with you. Try to read your dog's body language as they might follow you more when it’s getting close to meal times, or walking time, or they need to go outside for a wee or poop, or they just may feel unwell. Food is often associated with love and affection, the owners attention, or training rewards, making them excited about mealtime. Sometimes, a dog's desire to please you can make them take a treat, even if they are not truly hungry. Dogs are also attracted to the strong scents and flavors of fats and proteins and find them inherently delicious. Boredom, stress, or anxiety can also cause a dog to focus more on eating particularly if they are not getting enough outdoor exercise and walkies. Dogs generally have a higher metalbolic rate than humans, which means they burn energy much faster and need to eat more food to refuel more often.  Your dogs health condition like diabetes, parasites, or even certain medications can also increase your dogs appetite. Image courtesy of Freepik.com

You will need to set up a daily routine for your pet covering feeding and walking so your pooch will be less stressed and find it easy to follow you. Dogs love a routine and can help them feel safe and secure with a routine, so they will follow you as you carry out your normal daily activities. Some dogs or puppies get nervous or stressed out if they let you out of their sight, as if something may happen to you or you’ll leave them, again the best medicine is to set up a daily routine for them covering feeding and walking times. A daily routine is good for your overall dogs health with regular, scheduled potty breaks and exercise to help maintain a healthy digestion, control weight control, and for a better overall metabolic health.

If you consistently show love and care for your dog, your pet will alway want to stay close to you as they will always feel safe. Don't forget giving your pet lots of love and care is crucial for their long term physical and emotional well-being, which leads to a stronger bond and a longer, healthier life. Loving care includes providing your dog with a healthy diet, good dog training and occasional socialisation with other humans and pets. To boost your relationship with your dog you need to spend quality time together and take them on daily morning and afternoon outdoor walks. It makes your pet have a strong emotional connection with you and helps to prevent health issues. They will always feel safest with you if you consistently show love and care to your pet and you will be well rewarded.

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