{"id":2554,"date":"2019-10-21T07:05:24","date_gmt":"2019-10-21T07:05:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/petcaresupplies.improvepetcare.com\/?p=2554"},"modified":"2019-10-21T09:18:42","modified_gmt":"2019-10-21T09:18:42","slug":"what-is-separation-anxiety-in-dogs-and-how-to-deal-with-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/petcaresupplies.improvepetcare.com\/what-is-separation-anxiety-in-dogs-and-how-to-deal-with-it\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Separation Anxiety In Dogs And How To Deal With It?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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It’s human nature to get connected with people we spend time with, and dogs are no different. For your dog, everything starts with you and ends with you. Moreover, some dogs get extremely attached to their pet parent, and while it\u2019s a good thing, it may also be damaging for their mental health. You might think it\u2019s adorable that your dog wants to spend all his time with you, but the moment he gets clingy, it becomes a point of concern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most\ndogs rely entirely on their pet parents, so they\u2019re bound to get nervous when\nyou leave the house. However, this behavior is extreme, and they end up\ndeveloping anxiety because of this. Therefore, keep on reading to find out if\nyour dog has separation anxiety and how to handle it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Separation Anxiety in Dogs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Separation\nanxiety occurs when a dog gets extremely attached to their human pal. So much\nso that he will get anxious just at the thought of his human leaving the house.\nWhining and barking is still normal, but if your furry pal shows destructive\nbehavior and starts getting aggressive, he could possibly have separation\nanxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\nare various reasons for the dog to behave in such a way, so read the following\npoint to see why your dog has developed separation anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • Abandonment Issue<\/strong> – Abandonment issue can be one of the reasons for separation anxiety. Dogs, especially shelter dogs, have had a rough past. Most of them are abandoned, transferred from one shelter to another, and being treated in a bad manner. Thus, when you try to leave your pooch for a temporary period of time, he will get nervous thinking he\u2019s going to be alone all his life. <\/li>
  • Losing a Close One<\/strong> – If there\u2019s any elder person or anyone with whom your dog was very close, he could get anxiety when the said person leaves. Such dogs don\u2019t cope with separation that easily, and neither can they understand that not everyone will be there for them forever.<\/li>
  • Change in The Routine<\/strong> – Most dogs prefer to live according to a specific schedule, so any alterations in their routine can lead to anxiety. Change in job timings, shifting to a new home, etc can distress the dog as it all happens very swiftly for them. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Signs and Symptoms of Separation Anxiety in Dogs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
    • Loud bark, howls, and\nwhining <\/li>
    • Destroying things in\nthe house<\/li>
    • Chewing furniture\nlike curtains and the couch<\/li>
    • Rapid pacing around\nthe house<\/li>
    • Excessive drooling\nand salivating<\/li>
    • Trying to get out of\nthe house<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Keep\nin mind that your dog will do this only during your absence. Your furry pal\nwill be extremely well-behaved around you, but once you leave the house, he\nwill turn into a devilish creature; chewing and tearing off anything that he\ncomes across. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How To Treat Separation Anxiety in Dogs?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Below\nare some points you can consider if your furry companion has mild anxiety \u2013 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      • Leaving a cloth that\nsmells like you beside him.<\/li>
      • Play with him before\nyou leave so he doesn\u2019t miss your presence.<\/li>
      • Treat him with his\nfavorite food and treats before leaving for the day.<\/li>
      • Whenever you go out\nof the house, do it very quietly so your pooch doesn\u2019t get a sniff of it.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Even\nafter this if your furry pal doesn\u2019t calm down, there are products that can\nmake the process smoother. DAP Adaptil Spray and Adaptil Collar are two\nproducts that are specifically designed to relieve the stress and calm down the\npet during anxiety and stressful conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        If\nthe condition is worse, then you need to pay a visit to your vet to figure out\nother options for treatment. It\u2019s crucial to pay heed to any behavioral changes\nin your dog as these things can have an immense effect on their mental health.\nThus, always ensure your buddy is not only physically fit but is also mentally\nfit.  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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