They like your company
There are a few reasons why your dog may follow you everywhere you go around including in your house. One possibility is that they simply enjoy your company and want to be near you as much as possible. Dogs are social creatures. After all, and they thrive on companionship. If your dog follows you around constantly, it’s likely that they see you as their best friend, Because of this, they want to be close to you at all times.
Protection
Another possibility is that your dog is trying to protect you. This is especially true if you have a big dog who follows you around everywhere. They may be trying to keep an eye on you and make sure you’re safe at all times. This instinct is especially strong in mother dogs who are protecting their puppies.
Respect
Dogs are social animals and in the wild they live in packs led by a dominant male. Your dog sees you as the leader of their pack and wants to stay close to you for protection. This is why dogs will often follow their owners around the house and why they should always be walked in front of, not behind.
You have something they want
Dogs also have a strong sense of smell and can use this to their advantage when following their owners. If you’ve been cooking something delicious, your dog will likely follow you around in the hope of getting a tasty treat! Similarly, if you have picked up something that smells interesting on a walk, your dog may follow you in order to investigate the scent further.
They may be feeling anxious
Some dogs also follow their owners due to Separation Anxiety. This is a condition where dogs feel anxious and stressed when they are away from their owner.
Dogs with separation anxiety will often follow their owners excessively, bark or howl when they leave the house, and become destructive when left alone. If you think your dog may be suffering from separation anxiety, it’s important to speak to your vet about possible treatment options.
