Saturday, October 1, 2011

Manage Your Dog's Separation Tension

By Charles Ma


How frequently have you experienced going out of the house and you come back to an enormous mess. And there's your tiny "angel" wagging his tail and looking all lovable with those lovable puppy eyes?



The reality is, dogs do experience separation uneasiness too. And regardless of whether it sounds "cute" and "sweet" you actually need to do something about it. Separation anxiousness can end up in more threatening and significant issues in the long term.



Luckily , there are numerous paths to cure or treat your dog's separation nervousness. There are actually lots of tips out there so it does get a little overwhelming to find the best ones that work. It's like astrophysics or SEO Singapore- it's too big a concept to really full grasp!



So to help in handling your dog's separation anxiety, here are five tips to do that. I found this in Cesar Millan's website and I think it has the best tactics to cope with a dog's separation anxiousness.



1. Before you leave, go for a stroll.



Start the day by providing vigorous exercise. Then reward your dog's calm-submissive energy with food and water. Some dogs could need to rest before eating, but all dogs can benefit from hydration. The idea is to leave your dog in quiet, resting mode while you are away.



2. No touch, no talk, no eye contact.



Do not make a big score when you leave for the day or when you come back. This way, you are communicating to your dog the time apart is no major deal. It's just business as normal! Dependent on the severity of the dog uneasiness, you could need to practice the rule for five minutes or up to an hour before you leave and when you get back.



3. Say goodbye long before you leave.



Having difficulty practicing "no touch, no talk, no eye contact"? Take a second to share affection and tell your dog that you will miss him way before you actually leave. Keep in mind this display is for you - not your dog! Your dog won't have his feelings hurt if you didn't say goodbye.



4. Stay calm and pushy!



When you are good to go to work, leave those guilty, nervous, and troubled feelings behind. Instead , let your dog know that everything is going to be O.K by projecting the assured energy of a pack leader. A tranquil and noisy leader can ease all separation anxiety.



5. Start out little.



Leave your dog alone for 5 minutes. Then, extend the time to twenty minutes; then an hour. Keep on increasing the time you spend away till you can leave for a full eight hours with no problem!




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