I know that separation anxiety is a big problem, especially for rescued dogs.  There is help for Separtation Anxiety, as you can read from this guest blog article.

Our dog tore up the house all because we left home without him.

While there are some pets who are dealing with dog separation anxiety that will destroy things, they are not doing so to punish you. No, it is the result of a lot of stress building up because he feels all alone.

Crating Your Pet Will Fix The Problem

Absolutely , by crating the dog it is going to prevent him from tearing up the furniture but it sure will not help him to deal with his anxiety problems. There is the chance that by handling the behavior this way with a dog with this kind of problem, he could injure himself in his attempt to get free.

Really Getting After Your Dog Can Fix Dog Separation Anxiety.

No, this tactic will make things much worse. When you go somewhere your dog is already anxious and uptight. Now just imagine how your dog feels when you walk through that door and he is met with some sort of punishment. Your dog is just feeling a lot of panic which is causing him to act in a certain way, he is not doing these things on purpose.

So, what is the solution for dog separation anxiety? The answers vary depending on how bad the condition is. For mild forms of anxiety you will be able to apply simpler methods of treatment. For example, do not put on a big show after you arrive home, just stay calm and give him a short comforting pet.

A few people have found that if they left an item behind that had their scent on it, it seemed to help a dog with the mild form of separation anxiety find some comfort.

To fix the problem of dog separation anxiety will take some time and will take even longer for the severe cases. If your dogs’ anxiety issues are severe, then you might want to find a dog day care or a family member to watch your pet while in your absence.

Dog separation and bad behavior are not the same, your dog is in misery and he is looking to you to come up with a solution that works.

This Guide Can Help

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My Nikki and adopted dog, Shorty:  Read my new book!   ”Hurray, I’m Going Home…Blueprint For Pet Adoption“

I adopted a black lab, a “little female” from the humane society about 1 1/2 years ago. When she came to us she was suspicious about her surroundings, of course, but sweet. She was great with our resident golden retriever, but did have issues with other dogs, mostly the big ones.

My hubby and I watched a lot of Cesar Millan, the Dog Whisperer, (I still do). Cesar taught me what to expect from my dog, how to leave her past behind…without making her drag it around with her all the time, and he also taught me what I can expect from my dog.

I took her to dog training classes. But mostly, what helped me was Cesar. She became calmer day by day, and now I can walk her without pulling, without hassle when I go past another dog. And, she comes on recall.

Most of all, after 1 1/2 years, she is becoming so loving with other people. She is such a good dog. I am still working on the “big dog issue”. She still has some problems, but only when a big dog gets in her face. But, there is NO signs of aggression, more fear or aggravation.

Anyways, people, if you have an adopted dog, please have the patience to continue with your teaching, your training, and your expectations. The reward will be fantastic for both of you!!!! And, watch Cesar Millan, he will help you more than anything else!! And also include dog training. Read the rest of this entry »

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So many times we forget that our dogs are NOT human. Oh sure, we humanize them, but, that is for our own selfish reasons, not theirs. The best we can do for our dogs is to let them be dogs. That is demonstrating true love towards our canine family members.\

Go over here to read the whole article. Dog Tips

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Here are a couple of tips for when you adopt your dog.

One concerns how to name your new dog, or better yet, should you keep their names?

The other is, should you get a new dog to append to your dog family?

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The Animal Care and Control in NYC and Marin Humane Society in CA have both started using this music full time in their shelters. A calm dog is a more approachable and happy dog, and more apt to be adopted! (Among so many other benefits, aiding in the healing process, anxiety etc.)

Use Music to calm and soothe your pet when you bring them home for adoption. So many retired people are now getting pets.

Come on you guys, you have the time, many of you the funds, and the heart!! Adopt your pet.

http://www.throughadogsear.com/

Give joy and life to a pet that needs you.
IF YOU THINK YOU’RE STRESSED OUT, CHECK OUT YOUR DOG!
Groundbreaking research provides “sound” solutions for the health and well-being
of canine companions
Five tips for taking a Sonic Inventory
What’s good for canines is also good for guardians!

Buster’s under the bed trembling at the first clap of thunder, Max has chewed the new couch to pieces, and Queenie regularly leaves a large present on the Persian rug. But now, thanks to sound researcher Joshua Leeds and veterinary neurologist Dr. Susan Wagner, help is on hand for anxious dogs and the people who love them.

Through a Dog’s Ear: Using Sound to Improve the Health & Behavior of Your Canine Companion (Sounds True, March 1, 2008, $18.95) is the first book of its kind to take a close-up look at sound and its effect on our loyal friends, shedding new light on the link between modern sensory overload and the uptick of psychological and physiological problems in the canine population. A 45-minute starter CD of music—specifically designed to calm dogs—accompanies the book. Clinical trials of the music conducted in kennels, shelters, clinics, and in homes produced results that were…well, like music to any dog-lover’s ears. Seventy percent of dogs in kennels and 85% in households showed a reduction in stressed-out behavior, including thunderstorm trembling, excitement with visitors, and separation anxiety. http://www.throughadogsear.com/

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