How to Aid Separation Anxiety With Dog Behavior Modification

How to Aid Separation Anxiety With Dog Behavior Modification

by MB Bryce

Dog behavior modification can be confusing. Canines are communal creatures and as such delight in being with their humans. When left isolated they often become distressed, suffering from an attachment disorder, recognized as separation anxiety. Dogs who suffer from separation anxiety often communicate their anxiety by excessive, barking, whining, digging, gnawing and soiling.

The notably effective remedy for separation anxiety contains dog behavior modification. There are few manageable tricks that manage to aid.

1. Crate training is extremely effectual in separation anxiety. Many canines respond well to confinement in a small room because it makes them feel secure. Remember, the crate or "safe room" is a space where the pet feels secure and calm; never use the crate or "safe room" as disciplinary action.

2. Notice the hints of distress. Owners need to spot the warning hints of distress: panting, pacing, whining, trembling, digging, declining to eat, ears tucked down and back; all these add up to anxiety.

Owners cannot honor these behaviors by saying "You're okay!" Before the canine becomes agitated, owners should calm the behavior by speaking to the pet, stroking it or grooming. If the pet still becomes anxious when the owner exits, they must ignore the action and not over the pet. Fussing or sympathizing unconsciously rewards the nervous action.

3. One of the best tricks for dog behavior modification is exercise. The more you exercise your canine, the more nervousness is relaxed, hence, the less your canine will gnaw your furniture when you are away. There is an absolute correlation with anxiety minimization in people and exercise. The same goes with dogs. Take your canine for a long, and I mean a LONG walk. It will be a great nervous tension help for you and your pet. Think of the relationship you will have and the amazing health benefits!!!

Separation anxiety can be cured with dog behavior modification. Separation anxiety can be severe and all-consuming to some dogs. Other dogs can adjust with just a couple tips.

If you find your dog is a severe case, find a veterinary evaluation by a behaviorist. They may need pharmacological help in addition to the dog behavior modification. Hopefully, the above tricks will work and in no time your dog will be "feeling right at home" while you are gone. - 20511

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Keywords: dog behavior modification,pet separation anxiety,dog obedience,dog training,crate training,dogs,pets,animals,family,home
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