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I have a 6 week old Amstaff that I got two days ago. He screams bloody murder if I do not pick him up or hold him on my lap at all times. I try to interest him in toys, balls, treats, anything, the only time he will let me put him down is when he has to potty. I am crate training him so I put him in and out of the crate to create some distance between us and to get some things done around the house. I do not want him to become a dog with attachment disorders nor do I want him to think I am not bonding with him. I try to wait and pick him up when he isn't crying as not to reward that behavior but he never stops. I don't want to fuss at him too much because like I said he is adjusting to us but I can't carry him around 24/7 with him on my hip. Do they get better after a while? Anyone been through this and how do you show love and bond without creating a dog that has those attachment disorders. Thanks for listening. Angela