Velcro dog
Constantly attached companion
A Velcro dog is one that follows its owner constantly and craves physical closeness, as if attached by Velcro.
The term describes breeds or individual dogs prone to separation anxiety or extreme attachment: My golden retriever is such a Velcro dog—she follows me from room to room.
Often used affectionately, though the behavior can indicate neediness.
Firm in allegiance
- devotedLoyally and lovingly attached
- faithfulConsistently loyal and true
- inseparableUnable to be divided
- attachedJoined to another thing
affectionate · bonding · dedicated · steadfast · constant · unwavering · committed · trusting
Following to observe
- followingComing after another
- hoveringSuspended without support
- needyWanting in essentials
- attachedJoined to another thing
sticky · smothering · suffocating · underfoot · anxious · demanding · persistent · trailing
Subordinate adventure partner
- buddyInformal term for companion
- shadowLight blocked by object
- partnerOne who shares activity
- companionOne who keeps company
friend · confidant · playmate · pal · mate · lapdog · snuggler · cuddler
Requiring external support
- needyWanting in essentials
- anxiousTroubled by uncertainty
- insecureLacking self-assurance
- helplessUnable to act independently
vulnerable · submissive · sensitive · pampered · spoiled · coddled · babied · hand-raised
Protective caretaker of another
- watchfulCarefully attentive, observant
- alertWarning or watchfulness
- vigilantKeenly aware of danger
- guardingActively protecting something
escorting · patrolling · watchdog · defender · territorial · attentive · monitoring · checking
loyal
Firm in allegiance
- devotedLoyally and lovingly attached
- faithfulConsistently loyal and true
- inseparableUnable to be divided
attached · affectionate · bonding · dedicated · steadfast · constant · unwavering · committed · trusting · adoring
shadowing
Following to observe
attached · sticky · smothering · suffocating · underfoot · anxious · demanding · persistent · trailing · insistent
sidekick
Subordinate adventure partner
companion · friend · confidant · playmate · pal · mate · lapdog · snuggler · cuddler
reliant
Requiring external support
helpless · vulnerable · submissive · sensitive · pampered · spoiled · coddled · babied · hand-raised · bottle-fed
guardian
Protective caretaker of another
guarding · escorting · patrolling · watchdog · defender · territorial · attentive · monitoring · checking