{"id":1562,"date":"2024-09-11T13:42:25","date_gmt":"2024-09-11T17:42:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gradyvet.com\/blog\/?p=1562"},"modified":"2024-09-11T13:42:25","modified_gmt":"2024-09-11T17:42:25","slug":"know-the-signs-of-anxiety-in-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gradyvet.com\/blog\/know-the-signs-of-anxiety-in-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Know the Signs of Anxiety in Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gradyvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/anxiety-in-dogs.png\" alt=\"Know the Signs of Anxiety in Dogs\" class=\"wp-image-1566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gradyvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/anxiety-in-dogs.png 800w, https:\/\/www.gradyvet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/anxiety-in-dogs-768x513.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Help Your Dog Manage this Common Condition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Mary Ann Gottschlich of Grady Veterinary Hospital wants to help raise awareness about anxiety in dogs. She shares,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>&#8220;One of the most common things I see in my canine patients is stress and anxiety. And dogs can exhibit this in many different ways and from many different scenarios, even simply day-to-day life.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s explore the causes and symptoms of anxiety in dogs&#8211; and what you can do to help them feel calmer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Causes of Anxiety in Dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What people find stressful may be different from what dogs feel. These situations can often be a source of stress for dogs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Going to the vet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Riding in the car<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Storms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fireworks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meeting strangers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Having non-family members in the house<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Being separated from you<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each dog is different, so it&#8217;s important to identify the source of anxiety. For instance, some dogs love car rides, but some find them stressful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Symptoms of Anxiety in Dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch for these signs of stress and anxiety in your dog:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pacing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whining<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Panting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drooling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yawning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Barking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Growling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poor behavior<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do if You Suspect Your Dog Suffers from Anxiety<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your dog shows any symptoms of anxiety, talk to your veterinarian. You and your vet know your dog best. You can work together on a treatment plan, which may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Training with a professional to acclimate your dog to situations, teach behavior and train you how to help your dog remain calm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prevention strategies for changing your dog&#8217;s environment, where appropriate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anti-anxiety medication options <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also want to watch Dr. Gottschlich&#8217;s video, <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/_rhvW0AWuJg?si=AoyBLk6P7AtSBwgJ\">Anxiety in Dogs: Causes and Signs<\/a>. 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