Dog Anxiety

Anxiety in dog is the result of fear, separation or aging.

According to the American Kennel Club, dog anxiety can manifest in a dog’s behavior in many ways, including:

• Aggression
• Panting
• Drooling
• Defecating in the home
• Depression
• Destructive behavior 
• Pacing  

Just like their human counterparts, there are treatments that can ease a dog’s stress when experiencing anxiety. Some methods are: 

• Training and conditioning dogs to respond to uncomfortable stimuli with a healthy response
• Anxiety medication
• Using CBD oil 

To prevent anxiety, owners can: 

• Learn a dog’s body language to identify when they feel uncomfortable
• Regularly socialize them in new experiences 
• Give them obedience training
• Make sure they have a decent amount of exercise and proper nutrition
• Help the dog avoid stress where possible