Do not try this with
an extremely anxious dog as it will make the situation worse.
Not exact matches
Dogs will often times become
extremely stressed out and
anxious during the holiday season.
A bloated stomach is
extremely uncomfortable, and
dogs will appear very
anxious.
The reason is twofold — they are
extremely difficult for most owners to execute correctly, and they have the potential of «sensitizing» your
dog (meaning, making him MORE
anxious instead of less) if not done with great care.
I have read a few stories online about
dogs who this was the only form of exercise they got and it made them
extremely anxious.
If your
dog is
extremely anxious and fearful, through discussion with your behavior professional and in consultation with a veterinary behaviorist, explore the use of anti-anxiety medications to help improve your
dog's quality of life.
If your
dog vomits, is
extremely anxious, or soils the carrier, your
dog is probably a poor candidate for travel.
See a qualified behaviorist if your
dog is showing signs of frantic or
extremely anxious behavior when you aren't around.
When
anxious dogs become
extremely upset, just like people, they may turn to tasks that comfort them and for some
dogs this includes eating grass or chewing anything in sight.
The
dog appears lethargic, obviously uncomfortable, walks in a stiff - legged fashion, hangs his head, but may not look
extremely anxious or distressed.
Some
dogs are unable to cope with the stresses of an owner leaving home and become
extremely anxious as soon as a jacket comes out of a closet, or they hear the jangling of keys.
Crate training is also
extremely helpful in providing security for the
anxious dog.