Imagine what it would be like if you could stop your dog whining every time you left the house.
Separation Anxiety can manifest itself in various ways, some dogs show more signs than others.
Although Canine Separation Anxiety Disorders are common it is a serious condition & prevents you & your dog enjoying a healthy relationship.
Do any of these examples sound familiar? Zack a German Shepherd had "lost his pack leader" when his owner had died suddenly.
The man's wife loved Zac dearly & took over feeding & walking but to Zac she was not a strong leader & couldn't take his place.
Whenever Zac was left he would chew on his tail.
Bailey the Cocker Spaniel used to show signs of anxiety before his owner left.
He used to start by whining & then barking, the more panic set in & he worried that his owner wasn't coming back the louder he got.
This is a common problem & in many cases creates a huge issue with neighbours.
Molly a Jack Russell used to launch a frenzied attack on the carpet, chewing & scratching by the door in an attempt to escape to find her owner.
Jasper a Shih Tzu would work himself into a frenzy when his master came home.
He used to jump up would be over excited & the greeting would last for ages.
This is not a "normal" greeting it is uncontrolled.
Do any of these situations sound familiar? Here are a couple of things to think about Exercise Taking you dog out for a walk is so much more than just taking it out to the loo.
Spending time with your pet on a walk in the best way to bond & show your leadership.
During the walk your dog needs to be focused on the pack leader, walking behind or at your side not pulling out in front.
The leader of the pack always goes first & if you allow your dog to do this you are re-enforcing to him that he is alpha over you.
When a dog is focused he releases mental & physical energy & doesn't have the responsibility of providing leadership, dog's much prefer to follow when given the opportunity.
If you go for a long walk before you go out, he will be tired & more inclined to sleep than to worry about when or if you are going to return to him.
Leadership If we humans don't satisfy our dog's natural instincts they become unhappy & confused.
It's important to remember that dog's do not think like us, they live for the moment, the present not the past or the future.
In the canine world there has to be an order of the pack from leader to the last follower.
The leader is the strength & the followers need his guidance.
A happy dog has rules & boundaries & by just giving him affection it is not fulfilling his basic instincts.
Separation Anxiety can manifest itself in various ways, some dogs show more signs than others.
Although Canine Separation Anxiety Disorders are common it is a serious condition & prevents you & your dog enjoying a healthy relationship.
Do any of these examples sound familiar? Zack a German Shepherd had "lost his pack leader" when his owner had died suddenly.
The man's wife loved Zac dearly & took over feeding & walking but to Zac she was not a strong leader & couldn't take his place.
Whenever Zac was left he would chew on his tail.
Bailey the Cocker Spaniel used to show signs of anxiety before his owner left.
He used to start by whining & then barking, the more panic set in & he worried that his owner wasn't coming back the louder he got.
This is a common problem & in many cases creates a huge issue with neighbours.
Molly a Jack Russell used to launch a frenzied attack on the carpet, chewing & scratching by the door in an attempt to escape to find her owner.
Jasper a Shih Tzu would work himself into a frenzy when his master came home.
He used to jump up would be over excited & the greeting would last for ages.
This is not a "normal" greeting it is uncontrolled.
Do any of these situations sound familiar? Here are a couple of things to think about Exercise Taking you dog out for a walk is so much more than just taking it out to the loo.
Spending time with your pet on a walk in the best way to bond & show your leadership.
During the walk your dog needs to be focused on the pack leader, walking behind or at your side not pulling out in front.
The leader of the pack always goes first & if you allow your dog to do this you are re-enforcing to him that he is alpha over you.
When a dog is focused he releases mental & physical energy & doesn't have the responsibility of providing leadership, dog's much prefer to follow when given the opportunity.
If you go for a long walk before you go out, he will be tired & more inclined to sleep than to worry about when or if you are going to return to him.
Leadership If we humans don't satisfy our dog's natural instincts they become unhappy & confused.
It's important to remember that dog's do not think like us, they live for the moment, the present not the past or the future.
In the canine world there has to be an order of the pack from leader to the last follower.
The leader is the strength & the followers need his guidance.
A happy dog has rules & boundaries & by just giving him affection it is not fulfilling his basic instincts.