Destination chosen, suitcases ready… but our four-legged friend won’t let us go!

The holidays are always a critical moment because, even if we leave our furry friend in very good hands, with his favorite games and foods, every time we try to leave home, he is not peaceful and does not let us go away. And this often generates anguish and frustration even in the master.

Separation anxiety is a real problem that occurs when the dog has to be separated from the owner or from familiar figures. Separation anxiety in dogs is usually seen with unusual and anxious behaviors , such as furious barking, moaning, crying, or destroying objects in the house in moments of loneliness.

But how can we leave if the dog doesn’t let us go?

Here are some simple tips to be able to go on vacation with serenity:

1 – Get the dog used to being alone gradually . The ideal would be to get used to him immediately as a puppy: we can start by leaving him alone initially at home for a few minutes, then going to increase the time more and more and see his reaction. A good tip is to stay nearby, at least for the first few times and return before the dog shows signs of anxiety, so he will understand that you are not abandoning him, but that you will return to him.

2 – Don’t make him bored . A good tactic is to leave a stress reliever toy or brain game that keeps him busy when you leave the house, this way he will eliminate frustration with a distraction and keep him busy. Another way is to take him for a walk and play with the other dogs just before he leaves the house, so that he can release his energy and arrive more calm at the time of separation.

3 – Give him his space : It is important to give the dog a reassuring routine by establishing precise times for walks and meals.

Always good advice is to ignore his anxious and attention-seeking behaviors but reward those you want instead. Same thing, ignore it for at least 10 minutes upon returning home.

These are just a few simple tips on how to deal with separation anxiety in your puppy before they leave for the holidays.

But if you are interested in learning more, click here to read the in-depth article related to the topic. You will find out in detail how to recognize, prevent and overcome separation anxiety in dogs .

We close with an important recommendation: always keep in mind that each animal has a separate story and for this reason it is good to always contact your trusted veterinarian to solve the problem in the best possible way!