This may sound crazy, but what can I say?

[Chels*Claud*Midas]

Hello all! ok so my husband and I booked our 2 year wedding anniversary trip to cancun coming up November 15th.. for 6 nights 7 days.. I went away last January for the same length..but that was right after my town was hit very badly with hurricane sandy.. my family had been staying with us for 2 weeks in the dark with my 7 month old puppy and their 3 dogs, 2 of which are little and old and want nothing to do with my Midas lol.. so I was looking to enjoy a nice vacation, a well needed one at that... but now I am so nervous about leaving Midas again im worried I wont be able to enjoy the trip. he will be so well taken care of..he will be staying at my apartment..my in laws live upstairs and my sister in law comes home on Thursdays from college and she comes down and feeds him plays with him and lets him out from Thursday night to sunday afternoon when she goes back to school.. my mom and sister live 6 minutes away and will be watching him sunday night to Thursday when I get home.. my sister said she is going to bring him to the house and have him stay there butr my parents home was completely destroyed during the storm and they are finally getting finished up with all the repairs..my mom got a brand new kitchen of her dreams and midas is still 1 and a half and im worried he may get rambunctious and I don't want him to scratch her new cabinets or anything lol. so either way if they come and feed him and let him out a bunch of times during those days or he stays with them a night or 2 im not so much worried about him.. im worried about him being upset that we are gone..or forgetting me when I get back.. I haven't traveled since jan and I do things with him every weekend and he is not used to being alone.. he is not a needy dog or clingy really..or insecure or a nervous dog at all.. he is too confident actually.. but I just don't want him to be so upset when we leave.. will he forget me? or be mad at me when I get back? or will he remember that just like last time (a while ago) that mom and dad will be back? do they know time like we do? will he be miserable? im stressing this..im sure its stupid and I know he will be okay..everyone vacations right? and he will be in the comfort of his own home.. but im just so worried I almost don't want to go away.. can anyone just make me feel better or give me examples that it will be okay? thanks in advance.. xoxo

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

Ok, while I understand the feeling of leaving them alone is nerve wracking, it sounds like you have lots of people looking out for him while you are gone.  Here is a test for you that can maybe help you relax.  You already know how he reacts when you come home from work.  I'm guessing super excited to see you.  Now, leave him, and follow the same routine that you do when you leave for work.  Leave for 10 mins and come back home.  I'm guessing you will get the same reaction that you do when you have been gone all day.  That's the way it is here anyway.  Many on here have felt just like you, gone on their trips to return and find out everything went just fine.  The dogs were happy to see them.  Bring him something yummy home with you from the trip (even if you got it before you left ... ) and he will be your best friend.  Good for all of you to have a little break.

[Bonnie and Kona]

I understand completely but let me reassure you. He will not realize time the way we do. He will never ever forget you! Honestly, he will remember you and be as thrilled to see you as he is when you have been gone 20 minutes. It sounds like your family is willing to be on board to take good care of your sweet boy. I think once you get to Cancun you will thoroughly enjoy yourself. Ask your family to take pictures and text you each day. That might help your anxiety. Midas will be fine, and I think you will, too. Bless your heart. The worry beforehand is so much worse than the actual time away. Hang in there.

[Robin and Libby Louise]

Although I have heard people say their dogs were mad at them for leaving them or taking them to the groomer or any number of things - I really don't believe that to be true.  And I don't think dogs have the same sense of time that we do, although I do believe they know when their normal routine is interrupted.  But you have certainly made sure that Midas will be taken care of, and he will be fine.  I think you need to control your anxiety so that you enjoy your trip (and I DO understand how you feel!)!

[Lori, Quincy & Frankie]

We went away last month, leaving Quincy for the very first time.  I did not want to go, but since it was to see my son-who I missed terribly, we did and know what?  It was fine!  We were lucky enough to find a woman to stay with him in our house and who did not make fun of my two pages of typed "instructions". She texted me a few times and even sent a picture of Quincy sleeping after a long walk. I missed him, but it was also so nice to be away from work, the routines etc.  It will be fine!  And as others have said, time is different for dogs.  He will not be mad either!  Just happy to see you when you do get back!  Go and have a great time, come back relaxed and happy!  He will be too! 

[Miss Ellie]

Hi Chels...you are not alone...everyone has those same fears and anxiety...it is perfectly normal.  My family & I are going on a cruise in the new year and we too are not looking forward to leaving our 7 month old puppy...but the trip was booked long before we got our dog.  I know I will miss her like crazy but I also know that she will be well cared for while we are away...just go and have a well deserved vacation with your husband...you're practically still newlyweds...enjoy yourselves!

[Chels*Claud*Midas]

thanks everyone! u dont know how much better u all made me feel!! i really appreciate it!!! i will let u all know how it goes!! xoxo

[a.k.a. Rodney]

It's really a combination of feelings....worry & missing them.....After 3 children, 3 dogs & 8 Grands....this Doodle has reignited my "mama bear" instincts...."I feel your pain" we are leaving DerbyDoodle in less than 12 days to go away for 4 days in the same state. I looked around/searched for months for the perfect sitter.....I think I have found her, but I'll still worry. However, it won't interfere with me enjoying Disney with my entire family!! Gotta take a deep breath & plan for the best possible time celebrating with your DH!!....I plan on giving a whole list of instructions, ask for pix & figure no news is good news. She has been caring for dogs for 26 yrs...I probably should worry about her! More! Good luck & have a great, fun celebration!!

[Chels*Claud*Midas]

thanks so much! oh boy Disney is the best place on earth!!! have a wonderful time!!!!