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Anxious Dog Essentials
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items As a dog sitter, I deal with a lot of dog anxiety. Sometimes it's their personality, but usually it's temporary just because their owner is away. Here are some of the things I've found to help out with canine anxiety, whether fleeting or on going. Re...
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Toys
Clothing
Appliances
Activities
Bedding
Medications
Please always check with your vet first and if this is for a dog you're watching check in with the owner first!
Hemp is great for helping an anxious dog. It's just a plant so there are less serious side effects typically. Always discuss medications with your veterinarian first though especially if they take anything else because there could be medicines that n...
Calming Treats For Dogs
Please get a prescription from your vet before giving your dog Xanax. This is usually my last option for a dog and only for temporary situations like 4th of July, not every day use.
Xanax (Alprazolam) for Dogs: Dosage, Side Effects, and Risks
Toys
These toy items can be great for helping your dog release stress. Anxiety can often manifest and poor b3havior if not redirected!
Nerf makes super durable dog toys and sometimes being able to make that squeaky noise can ease anxiety or shift it to exciteability instead.
Nerf dog LARGE Squeak Ball
These durable toys can handle heavy chewers. Chewing can be a symptom of anxiety in dogs. But it does help them relieve the anxiety.
Indestructible Dog Toys Tested for Tough Chewers
Puzzle feeders and toys can be a great way to distract and excite a dog struggling with separation anxiety. It's also good for challenging the minds of older dogs.
Dog Puzzle Toys
Clothing
Dog clothes that help soothe anxiety. I wouldn't make this your only tool, but it can help when used in conjunction with other tools as anxiety is multifaceted.
These are excellent for dogs with severe anxiety, the gentle pressure is very relaxing for them. Available in sizes XS-XL.
ThunderShirt for Dogs - Calming Wrap
Although these are typically used for grooming, they can also help in general with noise related situational anxiety like fireworks.
Dog Ear Protection
Appliances
Items you can get for around the house to help soothe your canine's anxiousness. May not work for all dogs.
Sometimes masking scary sounds can help a dog during situational anxiety and especially for dogs who are alone in the home a background noise can be soothing
Yogasleep Pawzz White Noise Machine for Pets
I have one dog that I pet sit for who is afraid of the dark so these really help her at night time. Great for night time walk safety too! Aka my anxiety lol.
Dog Lights
Activities
Things you and your dog can do to help ease their anxiety. Of course, always take into account the personality of the dog first.
Massage can be very calming for dogs! Heck, I'd like a massage for my anxiety lol.
Dog Massage: Everything You Need to Know About Canine Massages
Sometimes a walk provides a great distraction from separation anxiety if you're pet sitting. Sniffs and curiosity can be quite helpful.
Saint Louis Dog Walkers
Dog tv can be great for background noise or distraction for an anxious dog. Beware though because for dogs with dog anxiety it could make it worse.
DOGTV
Here's some calm, relaxing music that can help some dogs with anxiety.
Relax My Dog - Relaxing Music for Dogs
Bedding
These bedding items will help your anxious pup get cozy and relaxed.
Sometimes dogs enjoy a nice fuzzy blanket to be cuddled up in. Please be weary of using heated blankets on animals as it can be dangerous!
Fuzzy Blankets
For crate trained dogs, the crate can provide a sense of security and safety during situational anxiety moments like thunder storms.
Impact Dog Crates: Heavy Duty Dog Crates
These cave-style beds can be great for giving dogs a sense of security and safety.
Cozy Cave Dog Bed Xl
Treats
I also can be calmed down if given treats lol. Treats can also help bribe a hesistant dog.
Here are some good options for healthy dog treats (scroll thru pix for options).
Healthy Dog Treats in Dog Treats(1000+)
These treats have natural supplements for calming animal anxiety.
Calming Treats For Dogs