2023-10-03 11:22:26
Questioned on the question, Joëlle Hofmans, veterinary behaviorist in Chenée, wants to qualify this argument. “For some dogs, this can indeed generate stress. But for a dog who is used to the city, with whom there has been some adaptation work, I don’t really see the problem, if his master doesn’t not away for long.“
In addition to the question of duration, the veterinarian also points out the importance for the animal of having its owner within sight.
For the specialist, a general rule is not really relevant in this specific case since each animal is different. Same for the ban on owning more than five pets. “Why five and not four, or six? I agree that it is better to have one dog and take good care of it than to have five and take half-hearted care of it, but the realities are very different, whether you live in a small apartment, city or countryside“, she believes.
The law also provides that an animal cannot be left alone for more than three days. For dogs, this ban is 24 hours. This duration is already far too long, according to Joëlle Hofmans: “Dogs must be taken out several times a day to do their business. Some people can go up to 18 hours without urinating, but just because they know how to do it doesn’t mean it’s desirable. Leaving your dog alone for six to eight hours a day is still normal, as long as you take care of him before leaving and when returning.“, says Joëlle Hofmans.
For cats, the veterinarian believes that it is necessary to have a human presence at least once a day. “It’s not because they are more independent that they like to be alone“, she nuances.
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