Separation anxiety It is a very common problem for our pets, especially dogs. But at the same time, it's difficult to detect because the animal suffers when left alone at home and we can't observe its behavior. We usually find out about it through complaints from neighbors or by finding damage or inappropriate droppings. It's a problem that affects both the furry friends and their families, because they won't be able to leave the house again without worrying, so it's advisable to resolve it as soon as possible.
Separation anxiety is the stress your pet suffers when they don't have access to you and is not able to manage lonelinessFor the furry one, his human acts as a stable source of protection and food, and when this disappears, the problem arises.
The animal activates the alert state and will begin to behave inappropriately, defecating and urinating in the house, barking or howling constantly, stopping eating or destroying objects in the house. The symptoms are many and different for each animal.
To help our pet, the first thing we need to know is the root of the problem. It could be due to premature weaning, a change of home, previous abandonment, spending too many hours alone at home, etc. Once we know this, we can apply behavior modification techniques. In the most severe cases, this will require the help of a professional behavioral therapist or provide pharmacological treatment:
🌿 Increase your play and exercise sessions to help him burn off energy and be more relaxed when you have to leave the house.
🌱 Get him used to being alone, starting with very short absences and gradually increasing in duration.
🌿 Prevent your pet from anticipating your exit signals. Grab your keys several times throughout the day, put on your shoes, but don't go outside, so your pet can't anticipate your departure.
🌱 Ignore him for a few minutes before leaving, and don't greet him when you arrive until he's completely calm.
🌿 Let him play games to entertain himself when you're not around: he may have to sniff or exercise to get food.
The use of drugs can help speed up the recovery process because they temporarily reduce the animal's stress. In this way, they allow for much better work on the cause of the problem and the symptoms, but it is not recommended to use them alone. Instead, they should be combined with behavior modification techniques, always under professional guidance.
Botanicapets Stress Off
We will administer it once a day with a small amount of food.
Botanicapets Stress Off Spray
Apply directly to your pet's bed, carrier, or blanket a few days before or during stressful activity.
Remember that the key to an animal's recovery from this condition depends on many factors, such as properly identifying the cause and how persistently we implement changes. That's why It is super important to be patient since each animal is a world and not all of them overcome this disorder in the same way.And as always, we encourage you to discuss your specific case with your veterinarian and discuss the best solution together.
Botánicapets products are formulated with the best care in mind for pets, always respectful of their needs. We want you to only worry about the time you spend together. If you have any questions about how to use them, we look forward to speaking with you through our profiles on Instagram Y Facebook.
