How to Soothe a Dog Struggling with Anxiety…

by Rebecca Eisenhuth on March 4, 2016 in Health 10

At one time or another, we all have struggled with stress. Some of us do better than others but, for the most part, humans can get through their anxiety in any number of ways. We can talk with a friend, take a long warm bath, or do something relaxing like reading a good book or listening to some soothing music.

Unfortunately, dogs really do not have these same outlets. They tend to eternalize their grief and anxiety. It is up to us, as their owners, to calm them down and try to fathom what it is that has upset our pooches.

Often, it’s simple to deduce. For instance, if you’ve been gone all day at work you just know your pup will be excited to see you when you walk through the door. We always take a moment to bend down and give Rover a nice pat on the head or neck rub, and they know you are home, and they will be fed soon.

But occasionally our dogs have deeper problems, depression, and stress that we cannot readily see until we suddenly realize Fido is acting strange, pulling back from us or demonstrating a lack of appetite.

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