Dog Anxiety

                               Dog Anxiety                    (Understanding,Prevention and Treatment)

Like human beings dog also experience anxiety. It can be a normal and healthy emotion. Anxiety can affect all the breeds. It can’t be same with all, it affects individuals differently.  Anxiety affects  them time to time. If it is ignored , a dog can develop a anxiety disorder or if it is left untreated it leads to change in their behavior.

How one can know that their dog is suffering from anxiety disorder? What should you do to treat them? We are here to explain about dog anxiety causes, symptoms and treatments. We also discuss tips to prevent it.

Causes of Dog Anxiety

Ø Fear

Ø Separation

Ø Aging

Fear anxiety generally caused by loud noises, strange people or animals, environment condition etc

Separation anxiety  caused when they are left alone or separated from their  family members. Due to this anxiety they behave differently and become aggressive like they destroy things in home and bark more.

Aging anxiety are found in older dogs. The ablity of learning,memory,perception and awareness decline due to this anxiety.

Symptoms

some important symptoms to recognize the anxiety are-

Ø Aggression

Ø Urinating in the house

Ø Drooling

Ø Panting

Ø Destructive behavior

Ø Depression

Ø Excessive barking

Ø Pacing

Ø Restlessness

Ø Repetitive or compulsive behavior

Some symptoms may be the result of occasional anxiety but if they behave continuously it can be a serious issue. The most dangerous symptom of dog anxiety is aggression. Aggression can be targeted directly or indirectly,depending on the situation. Direct aggression is acting aggressively towards people or other animals. Indirect aggression is also dangerous,it happens when a person comes between dog and the source of dog aggression,such as another dog.

Treatment of dog anxiety

To treat anxiety you should consult a veterinarian. A veterinarian can help you to recognize the type of anxiety your dog is suffering from. A veterinarian come up with a treatment plan. The best way to treat usually through a combination of training,preventive strategies and medication.

Prevention of dog anxiety

Ø Read the body language of your dog.

Ø Socialization can prevent the development of anxiety.

Ø Regular exersice

Ø Nutrition