Dog is man’s best friend. We have heard this proverb numerous times and it is almost universally agreed that it is true. There are innumerable stories that support this truth. But it is also true that dogs must be trained for house life. There are many aspects of house training that you need to go through before you can rest assured that your dog is fully trained. Dogs need to be house trained. They need to understand what behavior is desirable and what is not. Pet owners also need to ensure that their dogs do not suffer. For example, separation anxiety in dogs can lead to a situation where ... [continue reading]

Most cat owners do not realize that pets face stress like humans. When you bring home a cat you are actually denying her the company of her mother and litter. This can have a great impact on the animal. Post traumatic stress and separation anxiety in dogs and cats can lead to significant abnormal behaviors in pets. Stress and separation anxiety are more prominent in cats that: * were abandoned * are reunited after a long separation. * are exposed too much attention every time the cat owner returns from work. * have been separated from mothers immediately after birth. * are exposed to too m... [continue reading]

Separation anxiety disorders in cats were only discovered recently due to some research conducted by animal behaviorists. The symptoms of separation anxiety in dogs are prominent and easily observed. Cat separation anxiety is difficult to identify and it requires a keen eye to be able to notice symptoms of separation anxiety in cats. Identification also requires an insight into cat behavior and mannerisms. Cats are less destructive when they suffer anxiety. In most cases, they tend to follow their owners and indulge in self grooming. Sometimes the excessive licking and cleaning can cause psyc... [continue reading]

Separation anxiety in dogs is a common situation that dog owners need to face. This disorder can bring out the worst behavior in dogs. Separation anxiety in cats is a less common phenomenon and typically gives rise to behaviors that are not as destructive as those of a dog suffering from separation anxiety. It is so uncommon in cats that it was not till recently that the disorder was considered to be absent in the feline species. Recent studies conducted by veterinarian behavior specialists have proven that separation anxiety is possible among cats also. During the course of such studies, vari... [continue reading]

Cats experience anxiety and get stressed out just like us human staffers. Unlike people, cats don’t have a lot of creative ways to express their feelings. Unfortunately, when cats suffer from stress and anxiety, they generally communicate it in a very clear way that can really turn humans upside down. They usually tell us by not using the cat litter box. And since we can’t speak meow, and cats don’t talk, the challenge is to figure why our cats aren’t feeling right. Usually when a cat stops using her litter box, it’s a medical problem. But if it isn’t, one o... [continue reading]

5 d. lavender oil 5 d. chamomile oil 2 d. mandarin oil in 4 oz. of water. Mix well in small spray bottle. Spray only into air – do not spray directly on your pet. ... [continue reading]

Anxiety in Pets Although certain animals do have a more nervous temperament than others, traumatic events or exposure to particular Stressors can make even a normally calm animal, Stressed and perturbed. Fireworks, a trip to the vet, thunderstorms, small children, an abusive situation, change of owner, hair dryers, change of house, the addition of another pet — these are just a few of the situations that can cause heightened levels of Anxiety in your pet. Many pets are also exposed to a variety of day-to-day Stresses. They live essentially on fast food (with not much nutritional value) a... [continue reading]