With the recent pandemic, our pets have thrived with all of us being at home. As the fall starts to roll in and some school districts opening with precautions and counties moving into phases of being fully open and us parents headed back to work, our pets may start wondering...Where's my persons??? Separation Anxiety is a real thing with our pets. They are a pack minded animal and are most comfortable around us, their pack. So as we head back to work, school and travel we need to keep their needs in mind as well. It's super easy to get upset if your pet is jumping on you all the time, or constantly underfoot, barking at any little thing and the little accidents or boredom issue that arise. What we as pet parents need to understand is there is normally a reason for them. If your pet is constantly underfoot, they are feeling excluded and are trying to reassure themselves that you are near, and they are safe. Most destructive behavior happens from boredom or acting out like little kids! They've been so used to having all of us all the time that even a few hours away now is going to be very hard for some of our pets. We need to remember the love and companionship that we love so much from them, they NEED from us! WE are their Alphas! WE are their pack, we belong to them as much as they belong to us. Make sure you set your pet up for success before heading out on your day. Dogs who suffer from severe cases of nervousness need to be worked into the upcoming transition in shorter periods of time away from you. These separations should not produce any anxiety, so be sure you start with a reasonable time limit. To start, try performing an out of sight stay.
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BethanyI've been a groomer for almost 20 years. After working for big corporations and veterinary hospitals I have found the peace of working for myself and at home. Here are some of the things that happen, and tips on how to care for your pet. Archives
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