Talk with your Animals

posted by Mirjam T on Feb 23

A hard to deal with behavior problem but also most common is dog separation anxiety. Leaving you dog alone creates high level of anxiety because they are social animals, needing a lot of interaction either with other dogs, other animals or humans.

When it comes to trying to solve separation anxiety you will need to know what exactly causes this state of panic and stress. The separation from the owner is something dogs dont normally seem to deal with very well.

Different levels of anxiety are possible. Some dogs can deal with being left alone while others might start worrying the minute you have left home, or even as soon as noticing you are preparing yourself to leave.

Springer Spaniels, German Shephards, Airedales and similar dog breeds dont do very well when being left alone, so even before buying a dog you really need to look into the particular type of dog to ensure yourself your dog will be happy in your home.

Plus a higher number of dogs that come from a shelter seem to develop dog separation anxiety easily. These dogs might have gone through some severe trauma before ending up in the shelter and once they are placed in a home with an owner they can trust, they will start relying on that owner a lot faster than dogs that havent experienced any trauma in their life already.

Another class of dogs with a higher risk of developing dog separation anxiety are the pups being taken away from their mother too early on in life. This is particularly common in the puppies you can buy in pet stores. They are separated well before the minimum age of 8 weeks and then left in cages waiting for their new owner to come along, which causes feeling of insecurity and anxiety.

Knowing which type of dogs are more prone to developing dog separation anxiety, we can now go onto looking at the roots of this behavior problem.

Neglect is the number one cause of your dog developing separation anxiety, if you are gone most of the day leaving your dog alone, you can almost be sure that your dog will end up with this problem. You as an owner should give plenty company, attention and love to your pet for it to be happy.

When a dog realizes he has been left alone and wont be able to get to you, he will start feeling stressed. If you dont deal with this stress, feelings of anxiety might blow up in a full grown serious problem.

Some signs are dogs becoming nervous the moment you are leaving the house (or even as soon as they notice you are preparing to go) and in the extreme cases your dog will completely trash your house while you are away.

Great improvement can be seen when using the right tools and training methods, but completely solving your dogs behavior problem can be a tedious process in this case. Be prepared to properly deal with it the moment you find your dog becoming stressed when you arent around, that will save you a lot of time and effort.

I am happy to let you know that there are very effective ways to deal with your dogs anxiety problems, even if you already have “tried it all”.

As a dog owner myself and having dealt with dog separation anxiety on several occasions already, I know how hard it can be, coming home each time and find that your dog has been chewing on furniture, peeing everywhere and basically trashing the house, not to mention the number of angry calls from the neighbors.

posted by Administrator on Nov 5

A favorite pastime worldwide is owning and caring for pets. Many grow close to their pets and consider them a family member. Choosing a pet depends on many factors. Where are you going to live, how much space do you have available, what kind of climate do you have, and finally, what are your personal likes and personal preference.

Where you live, how much space you have, and your own personal preference all help to influence which pet you will pick. There are a variety of animals that you could choose from for your pet: snake, rabbit, bird and lizards are all choices people may think they would like for a pet. However, the most common pets of today are the dog and the cat.

Due to cat allergies, many who would like to have a cat cannot and do not. Cat allergies can range from mild to severe, so it is most important to take special precaution when being around these particular pets.

Coping with Cat Allergies

Up to 40% of those who suffer from asthma have cat allergies and are by far more sensitive to these creatures than to dogs.

When the cat licks himself for cleaning, he deposits protein unto his fur. This thereby causes the reaction in sensitive individuals. An allergen can promote a reaction-pollen, dust mites, and animal dander. The cat hair is not the culprit causing the reaction. The protein present in the dander and saliva is the allergen. When the symptom is airborne, the symptoms begin.

An allergen can promote a reaction-dust mites, pollen, and animal dander. The cat hair itself is not the cause of the reaction, but it is the protein in the dander and the saliva. When the allergens are airborne, the symptoms begin.

No cats are known to be hypoallergenic, however; male cats do cause more allergic reactions because of the testosterone increasing in the cat’s glands. This in turn increases the protein. The cat allergens are found mainly in homes where the cats live, but are also found in offices and places where animals are not allowed. This protein is sticky and can be carried on the clothing of people from place to place. The particles causing the cat allergies can remain in air for long periods of time, and those who are sensitive are more likely to have a quick reaction when going into a room where there is a cat or multiple cats.

The most common symptom of cat allergies is wheezing. This usually will begin upon entering a room containing cats. Some reactions are more subtle, however, and can be delayed as much as two weeks. Chronic asthma can also be an ongoing malady for those who are continually exposed. Hives and atopic eczema are also reactions one might have to cat allergies. The best word of advice is to avoid contact with these animals. You will stay healthy and avoid the reaction you would have if in contact.