How do I stop worrying about my pet?
Francisca Durgan
2025-07-30 06:27:12
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To deal with pet owner anxiety, we need to identify the specific anxiety and why it exists. Health and mortality issues, financial problems, the worry that you’re not a good enough pet parent, the paranoia that your pet will go missing or get stolen — the list is endless, and every fear is valid, no matter how unlikely. It’s the unique form of anxiety that revolves around one’s fear of something terrible happening to their pet and just the daily stresses that come with being a pet parent.
Carlos Rolfson
2025-07-30 01:12:48
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Provide a safe and quiet space for your dog to retreat to. Ensure your dog has toys to keep them occupied. Keep your departures and returns calm and quiet. Consider getting a diffuser, some spray, collar or medication for calming an anxious dog. Gently reassure your dog. If the stimulus is outside close curtains, turn on the television or radio and distract your dog with play or treats. Reward your dog for calming down and absolutely avoid punishment for behaviour related to fear, phobia, or anxiety. If your dog has chronic anxiety, or gets anxious about a specific issue such as separation anxiety or noises, speak to your vet or a trained animal behaviourist for advice.
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