‘She had no idea things were changing’: How to have an LDR with your dog

I’ve always given dogs human characteristics. I put this down to watching Lady and the Tramp on a loop when I was little. But while I appreciate dogs aren’t capable of critical thinking at a human level, I think most dog owners struggle to say goodbye for an extended length of time.

Stepping out the door brings a heart-crushing wave of guilt. Walking down the path and turning to see their nose at the window, it’s a specific brand of awfulness.