Separation anxiety can be a challenging condition for pet parents, leading to stress for both animals and owners. Recognizing the signs and taking proactive steps can make a big difference in your pet’s wellbeing.
Common Symptoms of Separation Anxiety
- Excessive barking or whining when left alone
- Destructive chewing or scratching
- Accidents in the house despite being house-trained
- Pacing or repetitive behaviour
Solutions to Manage Separation Anxiety
- Stick to a Routine
- A predictable schedule for feeding, walks, and playtimes helps pets feel secure and reduces anxiety.
- Counterconditioning and Gradual Alone Time
- Start with short departures, rewarding calm behaviour to create positive associations with alone time.
- Stay Calm
- Keeping calm when entering and exiting the house can help reduce separation anxiety in pets.
Product Suggestions for Calming and Comfort
- Adored Beast Apothecary Love Bugs Prebiotic & Probiotic
Anxiety affects overall health, including digestion. This blend of prebiotics and probiotics supports gut health, which can alleviate anxiety-related symptoms. - Canada Pooch Chill Out Cooling Mat
Overheating adds to stress. This pressure-activated mat offers a refreshing cooling effect and provides a calming retreat for pets. - Bowser’s Donut Bed
Soft, warm, and perfect for anxious pets, this oval ring offers comfort and security by mimicking the feeling of being held close. - Open Farm Raw Mix
A nutritious diet affects behaviour. This tasty kibble delivers balanced nutrition, supporting energy and a calm mind. - DexyPaws Lick Mat
Enrichment tools like this lick mat soothe anxiety through calming, repetitive licking. Spread peanut butter or Greek yogurt for a long-lasting distraction. - Big Country Raw Animal Protein Cartons
Proper nutrition, like these raw dinner patties, supports overall health and energy, contributing to reduced stress levels. - Open Farm Calming Health Supplement Chews A convenient chew format for calming that contains hemp seed oil, valerian root, passion flower and chamomile.
- Naturvet Quiet Moments Calming Drops for Dogs and Cats Contains Thiamine, L-tryptophan and Chamomile in an oil format that can be administered directly, or easily concealed in food for picky pets.
Managing separation anxiety takes time, patience, and a combination of behaviour techniques and calming tools. For more products to help ease your pet’s anxiety, visit your nearest Bone & Biscuit today.
