Suppression of displacement behaviors through pain and dominance methods causes more anxiety, which further worsens the dog’s behavior. 1. Desensitization Exercises Desensitizing my dog to confinement and restraint. One of the best ways to help a dog deal with his anxiety issues, is by slowly des...
If you have a dog that is afraid of thunderstorms, hopefully, these tips will help you to ease their anxiety. Remember, it is important to be patient and understanding with your dog during these times. They may act out of sorts, but they are not misbehaving, they are just scared and...
Dog anxiety is common. It can stop your dog from enjoying normal doggie activities … like going for a walk around the neighborhood. So it’s important to find a way to help her relax and have fun! While some vets may prescribe your dog pharmaceutical meds … they may not be the best...
Stress isn't always easy to diagnose in our human counterparts, so you can imagine how difficult it can be to recognize in your dog that can't tell you they're stressed, so it's important to look for the signs of anxiety in dogs. When a dog's anxiety is overlooked, it can lead t...
Beth:If I stop talking and you start observing, it’ll help you tune in… Michelle:Yes…with my dog it’s so incredibly obvious. If you stop, he’ll buck my hand to keep going. Beth:Right as I stopped talking, she started licking and chewing which is her nervous system going i...
severe thunderstorm, hailstones, a tornado or being in a car accident. It’s important to also bear in mind that your dog’s noise phobia could be related to his health, as any illness or pain may increase a dog’s sensitivity to noise and lower his threshold for anxiety and fearful...
Whether you see this as resistance or low sense of self, writing anxiety can prevent you from finishing that wonderful story that only you can tell best.
Your dog won’t become desensitized to passing strangers immediately, but over time you can train him or her to associate a passerby with a belly full of treats instead of feeling threatened. Take the Fun Away My miniature Dachshund Summit has a barking problem. She’s always on high alert...
Learn all about dog grooming right here. Discover all the dog grooming supplies and equipment you will need and how to use it correctly on your puppy. Discover how to clip your dog, trim her nails and all about eye and ear care.
A move can make pets act abnormally – your dog may decide to use the floor as a bathroom, for example, or a cat may scratch up the carpeting. To avoid these potentially costly damages, try to protect your new home as if you were dealing with a new puppy or kitten with some simple...