{"id":645,"date":"2024-09-24T17:34:38","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T00:34:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/blog\/?p=645"},"modified":"2024-09-10T17:37:47","modified_gmt":"2024-09-11T00:37:47","slug":"how-to-deal-with-separation-anxiety-in-pets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/blog\/how-to-deal-with-separation-anxiety-in-pets\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Deal with Separation Anxiety in Pets"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Despite the amount of American pets with anxiety, the source of symptoms isn\u2019t always clear. Noise, lack of training or socialization, or poor impulse control contribute to their emotional states, but many cases of pet anxiety start when left alone. Separation anxiety in pets is a real struggle, and we\u2019re here to prevent problems from developing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Sensitive and Then Some<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With more than 70% of all pets suffering from anxiety, it\u2019s not always straightforward to understand the source of their symptoms. Thunder, fireworks<\/a>, or construction noises can make pets react in uncharacteristic ways, but fear of strangers, public places, heights, and walking on different surfaces or textures can initiate a tailspin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of Age<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

All pets can struggle with an owner\u2019s departure and\/or prolonged solitude. Senior pets may experience hearing or vision loss, incontinence, and pain that leads to anxiety. Younger pets still learning how to safely spend time alone may exhibit problematic behaviors <\/a>connected with separation anxiety, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n