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Brooklyn veterinarian offers advice for pet owners to help their dogs continue to thrive as activity in the house dies down

As children transition from summertime to attending school each day, dogs must transition to a change in routine as well, many experiencing separation anxiety. Therefore in a company release,1 Brett Levitzke, DVM, chief medical officer with Veterinary Emergency and Referral Group (VERG) Brooklyn, outlined signs of separation anxiety, plus tips for preventing dog depression and other behaviors they may exhibit as a result.

“Any abrupt change in routine can trigger a dog's anxiety. Because dogs lack a concept of time, a change in routine that leaves them separated from people they’ve grown accustomed to can cause severe behavioral issues when left alone,” shared Levitzke, in the organizational release.1 “These behavioral issues can cause anxiety within the pet owners themselves, so it’s best to act quickly and take simple steps to ease a dog’s anxiety, as well as your own.”

Signs a dog may be experiencing separation anxiety include: prolonged howling and barking, unwanted chewing, excessive pacing, using the bathroom indoors, and trying to escape.

Levitzke suggested pet parents reference these tips to help alleviate a dog’s distress1:

If the dog continues to experience separation anxiety and display destructive behaviors, pet owners should consult their veterinarian.

Brooklyn veterinarian shares tips to ease ‘dog depression’ for back-to-school families. News release. Veterinary Emergency & Referral Group. August 15, 2022. Accessed August 15, 2022.

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