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"Yes they can.. As well as anxiety from separation.. You're his pack leader.. "
No way round it sadly .
He was fine the 4 years before when I worked , but hes got used to me being around now so I just dont know how he will react  |
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"Yes they can.. As well as anxiety from separation.. You're his pack leader..
No way round it sadly .
He was fine the 4 years before when I worked , but hes got used to me being around now so I just dont know how he will react "
To you his a pet, to him you're his entire world. It's gonna be tough.. Think of how hard its been for you during lockdown. Not been able to go anywhere.. When you're not there he's on lockdown  |
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"Yes they can.. As well as anxiety from separation.. You're his pack leader..
No way round it sadly .
He was fine the 4 years before when I worked , but hes got used to me being around now so I just dont know how he will react
To you his a pet, to him you're his entire world. It's gonna be tough.. Think of how hard its been for you during lockdown. Not been able to go anywhere.. When you're not there he's on lockdown "
Now I feel worse |
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Mine has never been happier being surrounded by family all of the time, not to mention the longer than normal walks each day . I expect separation anxiety will be a factor when 'normal' resumes if it ever does! |
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"Yes they can.. As well as anxiety from separation.. You're his pack leader..
No way round it sadly .
He was fine the 4 years before when I worked , but hes got used to me being around now so I just dont know how he will react
To you his a pet, to him you're his entire world. It's gonna be tough.. Think of how hard its been for you during lockdown. Not been able to go anywhere.. When you're not there he's on lockdown Now I feel worse "
Nature of the beast unfortunately.. Sorry didn't mean to make you feel bad. Just from the pooches perspective..make as much of a fuss as you can for as long as possible |
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"Mine has never been happier being surrounded by family all of the time, not to mention the longer than normal walks each day. I expect separation anxiety will be a factor when 'normal' resumes if it ever does!"
I hadn't given it any thought until this morning , now its hit me with worry |
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"Separation anxiety is very real.
But with some pets, you also see the sheer joy at reunion. I know the first day he'll go mental when I get home , it's the first few days I'm worried about more "
What can you do to make him happier while you're not there? Things you can leave. An old shirt that smells like you?
I heard some advice about dogs with separation anxiety when their people go on holiday. Their main person sleeps wearing an old shirt for a week, and then the old shirt, reeking of Main Person, is left to remind the dog. |
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"Yes they can.. As well as anxiety from separation.. You're his pack leader..
No way round it sadly .
He was fine the 4 years before when I worked , but hes got used to me being around now so I just dont know how he will react
To you his a pet, to him you're his entire world. It's gonna be tough.. Think of how hard its been for you during lockdown. Not been able to go anywhere.. When you're not there he's on lockdown Now I feel worse
Nature of the beast unfortunately.. Sorry didn't mean to make you feel bad. Just from the pooches perspective..make as much of a fuss as you can for as long as possible "
Oh I will , extra treats tomorrow night too  |
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"Separation anxiety is very real.
But with some pets, you also see the sheer joy at reunion. I know the first day he'll go mental when I get home , it's the first few days I'm worried about more
What can you do to make him happier while you're not there? Things you can leave. An old shirt that smells like you?
I heard some advice about dogs with separation anxiety when their people go on holiday. Their main person sleeps wearing an old shirt for a week, and then the old shirt, reeking of Main Person, is left to remind the dog."
Worth a try I suppose , cheers |
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My vet reccommended from the start of lockdown leaving our puppy in a room alone for a while during points of the day so he gets used to us not being around ALL the time. That might help get your pooch used to you going back to work if you do it regularly & perhaps build it up. 10 minutes intially, working up to a couple of hours. |
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"Friend of mine in Norway grew her hair really long and sneaked her kitten into work under her hair (true story!)
I'm guessing even with a lockdown hairdo this wouldn't work with your dog OP"
Not with my thinning thatch  |
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"My vet reccommended from the start of lockdown leaving our puppy in a room alone for a while during points of the day so he gets used to us not being around ALL the time. That might help get your pooch used to you going back to work if you do it regularly & perhaps build it up. 10 minutes intially, working up to a couple of hours. "
I only have till Wednesday morning |
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"My vet reccommended from the start of lockdown leaving our puppy in a room alone for a while during points of the day so he gets used to us not being around ALL the time. That might help get your pooch used to you going back to work if you do it regularly & perhaps build it up. 10 minutes intially, working up to a couple of hours.
I only have till Wednesday morning "
Best get a start made today then for your dogs benefit! |
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"My vet reccommended from the start of lockdown leaving our puppy in a room alone for a while during points of the day so he gets used to us not being around ALL the time. That might help get your pooch used to you going back to work if you do it regularly & perhaps build it up. 10 minutes intially, working up to a couple of hours.
I only have till Wednesday morning
Best get a start made today then for your dogs benefit! "
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How do you know your dog will be depressed? Maybe he's been waiting for you to go back to work so he can invite all his friends round and have a house party like in the film The secret life of pets  |
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"How do you know your dog will be depressed? Maybe he's been waiting for you to go back to work so he can invite all his friends round and have a house party like in the film The secret life of pets "
I hope so , I wouldn't mind that |
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"Get really sweaty in an old shirt. Make it really stinky."
This and leave the radio on.
My dog is ignoring me, every morning I get the "aren't you fucking off to work today" look  |
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"Get really sweaty in an old shirt. Make it really stinky.
This and leave the radio on.
My dog is ignoring me, every morning I get the "aren't you fucking off to work today" look "
I did look into the Doggy TV thingy on YouTube.
Its 8 hours of birds and squirrels eating nuts .
He just barked and went to sleep  |
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By *abonWoman
over a year ago
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"Get a Pet Remedy plug in diffuser lovely, I've got one for my little ahole xxx"
Was going to suggest this. It’s pheromones to mimic lactating bitches...takes them back to the womb!! |
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By *abonWoman
over a year ago
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Also try a command when you leave so he knows what’s happening...you can start that now..? And don’t make a fuss when you go...your anxiety will make him worse. If possible ignore, or very gentle contact for a bit before you go and when you get back. And distract when you go...get a good toy you can stuff with a few treats so he feels you leaving is a fun thing!! Good luck... |
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Since lockdown started I have only left my dog for short periods 30-60 mins but I left him alone today for most of the day and he was so chilled out and absolutely loved it! I don't think he missed me at all.
If your dog has ever shown signs of separation anxiety I'd start working on getting him used to you leaving the house now. If you can, add an extra 15-30 minutes onto your walks? And I've always found new toys and a few treats can help distract them when you're gone. Also, maybe create a safe place like a cosy crate? |
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"Get a Pet Remedy plug in diffuser lovely, I've got one for my little ahole xxx
What does it do , I'm thick "
Yep my mum used this with their nervy dog, I was initially cynical but it definitely worked.
You could tell when it ran out as he'd revert back to being nervous.
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"Get a Pet Remedy plug in diffuser lovely, I've got one for my little ahole xxx
What does it do , I'm thick
Yep my mum used this with their nervy dog, I was initially cynical but it definitely worked.
You could tell when it ran out as he'd revert back to being nervous.
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