And this is the perfect time to talk about it since veterinary behaviorists see a spike in
separation anxiety cases when it's time to go back to school, primarily due to the sudden changes in the pet's daily routine.
Not exact matches
In a powerful chapter describing his childhood and drawing on other scientific studies, Stossel makes a strong
case that it started
when his mother — anxious herself — began law school, plunging the youngster into
separation anxiety.
In
cases of severe
separation anxiety where the animal damages property or injures himself
when left alone, anti-
anxiety medication can certainly help him feel calmer while his owner is away.
In some
cases,
separation anxiety tends to erupt
when owners have been around for a while and then sudden they get a new job and they're out more.
And like many newly adopted dogs she suffered with
separation anxiety when her family was not home, though in Lady's
case it was quite severe.
If you have determined your dog still gets upset even
when he's not crated and you are out and about, most likely you are dealing with a
case of
separation anxiety.
It is humane and highly recommended
when used under the direction and advice of a veterinarian and, in
cases of severe
separation anxiety, an animal behaviorist.
To confirm your
case, record your dog's behavior
when he is left alone: whining, pacing, barking, howling, panting, digging, and pooping are all potential signs of
separation anxiety.