separation anxiety

Barking, whining, escaping, destructive behavior or, in severe cases, self-mutilation can be your dog’s way of expressing anxiety over your absence. What can you do?

Separation anxiety in dogs is the fear or dislike of isolation, which often results in undesirable behavior.  It is one of the most common causes of canine behavioral problems. True clinical separation anxiety is not common.  Consult your veterinarian to get a correct diagnosis. 

When the lazy days of summer begin to end, many people’s schedules undergo big changes. Separation anxiety in dogs may start showing.