When you first
introduce your four-legged friend to your family and move them into your home,
it can be difficult to guess whether they will settle in the ideal way you want
them to. This article hopes to enlighten you on any possible signs of distress
in your puppy and how you can help to alleviate them. From subtle panting to
more overt aggressive behavior, anxiety
can be demonstrated through a variety of communicative traits. So, as a dog
owner, you have the responsibility to recognize
these symptoms and do something about it. They are your family now, so why let
them suffer?
Suffering from an Illness
When pets are
suffering from an illness or are hurting, they often have to find ways in which
to express their pain. This is done through changes in their normal behavioral patterns to unusual, and even
sometimes aggressive retaliation. This is to alert you to their pain, so you can help them and sort out the solution they
require.
For example, if you
notice that your dog is licking their nose a lot, panting, or showing distress,
then that is usually an indication that something is hurting them. If this is
the case in your house, then the best option would be to take your dog to the
vets. Even if it’s nothing serious, it’s much better to be safe than sorry.
Unfamiliar Situations
Introducing a young
animal into a new environment doesn’t always go down the way you originally intended. Big houses can seem like giant mazes
to your puppy, meaning you must be prepared to ease the process for them.
To begin with, make
sure you don’t leave them alone for periods longer than necessary, except for
when it is time for bed. You don’t want them to feel as though they have been
abandoned, especially in the first few weeks; however, it is still important to
establish a routine where they have some time alone to ease the risk of them suffering from separation anxiety. The
more they get used to this routine, the happier they will be.
Separation Anxiety
It is possible that
when you go off to work, or leave the house to run some errands, that your
puppy won’t understand that you have only left temporarily. This will
automatically cause them to act out. If your puppy has chewed up furniture or
drives your neighbor mad by barking every
minute until you return, then they have separation anxiety.
This can be solved
through a variety of steps:
1. Take
your dog out for a walk before you go. This will encourage them to expel some
of that energy they could have potentially used to destroy your new couch,
causing them to sleep and remain calm instead.
2. Don’t
let them know you’re leaving. Making a fuss will only associate this behavior with abandonment and the cycle will
begin once again. If you leave without letting them know, then they should
remain calm and wait patiently until you return.
3. Try
Canna Companion. This helps to
keep your four-legged friend calm and therefore promotes a relaxed demeanor.
So, if you’re
considering adopting a beautiful puppy or dog this Christmas, I hope you find
these three steps useful. By noticing the signs of anxiety early, you can help
your companion to once again return to their calm and collective self. This
will help to avoid any unnecessary aggression and promote a positive
relationship between you and your pet.
