When your dog is separated from you, he gets anxious and acts out. So, who causes it? Two words. YOU DO!
Cesar Millan explains how pet owners winding up their animals before leaving and upon returning can create separation anxiety.
Source: Cesar’s Way, May 21, 2017. In a related article, he shares 5 tips to help dog separation anxiety:
- Before you leave the house, take your dog for a walk.
- No touch, no talk, no eye contact.
- Say goodbye to your dog long before you leave.
- Stay calm and assertive!
- Start out small by leaving your dog alone for just five minutes
INSIGHTS: The untoward consequences of separation anxiety contribute heavily to dogs being relinquished. Share this information with pet owners via newsletters, new pet kits, social media and in one-on-one discussions about pet satisfaction.