Separation anxiety, also known as separation-related behaviour (SRB), affects a large number of dogs. Research suggests that as many as eight out of ten dogs find it difficult to cope when left alone. However, not all dogs show obvious signs, so many cases go unnoticed. The good news is, separation anxiety can be prevented and managed with the right approach.
Common Signs of Separation Anxiety
- Chewing furniture or scratching doors and windows (especially near exits)
- Excessive barking, whining, or howling
- Toileting accidents indoors (even if house-trained)
- Over-excitement when you return home