Morristown, TN
Staying home with your beloved pets during the coronavirus shelter-at-home orders is fun and filled with endless belly rubs, snuggles, and walks around the block. However, as stay at home orders are lifted, you may begin venturing around town or returning to work, leaving your dog at home. Since your pal is used to having you around, they may experience some separation anxiety. Your friendly doggie daycare center in Morristown, AllDogs, is offering some tips to reduce your dog’s separation anxiety making the experience easier for you and your furry friend.
Create a Routine
Staying home from work can dramatically alter your daily routine if you do not maintain the same schedule. Dogs love routines, so they know what to expect and when to expect it, which results in a feeling of safety. Establishing a habit of waking at the same time, getting ready, and leaving your house each day helps your pup understand what is happening. Your dog will become more comfortable with you leaving and have an idea of when to expect you home. AllDogs recommends feeding your dog at the same time each day to help your dog stick to a routine.
Practice Leaving and Returning
Testing your pet’s behavior when you leave can help make adjustments to enhance their feeling of safety and your sanity. Walk out of your home and lock the door. Wait for a few minutes and listen to find out what your pet does. When dogs bark, whine, scratch, howl, pant, drool, or chews the door, these are signs that they are dealing with separation anxiety. Try leaving on a television or radio if your pup becomes overly agitated. The presence of background noise could provide your dog with peace of mind. However, if your dog becomes extraordinarily destructive or other erratic behavior while you are away, enrolling them in a canine behavioral class or discussing other methods with your veterinarian could help improve the situation.
Provide Independent Playtime
Independent playtime for your furry friend provides both physical and mental stimulation. Through basic games and activities, you can give thrilling entertainment for your dog. Pupsicle treats for your dog can be exciting, like getting a new toy. Also, Kong Treats can be stuffed with peanut butter and frozen for independent playtime. Here at AllDogs, our experts advise leaving your dog with their favorite food item or bone that will take some time to eat while you are away from home. Your pet will begin to associate you with leaving the house, with them getting a special treat. Before you know it, they could be begging….for you to go to work!
Take them to Doggy Daycare
Doggie daycare is perfect for dogs to socialize and exercise to burn energy. No matter if your pup loves running with the pack or desires one on one attention, AllDog’s doggie daycare is a perfect choice. Simply knowing they are in a safe location with other dogs and certified staff members who will love and care for your pet could provide you peace of mind. The less you worry about your dog, the more you can focus on your day. With experienced and compassionate personnel, your pup will receive plenty of exercise in the puppy play center and regular access to meals and water. Also, if your buddy needs a bath or haircut, AllDogs Paw Spa can have your dog clean and fresh when you arrive to pick them up.
Doggie Daycare in Jefferson City and Morristown, Tennessee
Leaving your pal at home while you return to work could cause anxiety in your dog resulting in erratic behavior. Follow the above advice to try and make the transition easier for you and your dog. If you need a trainer or have additional questions about what you can do to help the transition, feel free to contact your experienced doggie daycare in Jefferson City, AllDogs, by calling (865) 475-2225 or book a playcation online.