Anxiety

Dogs can feel anxiety as well. Especially when it comes to different schedules and locations. Dogs can become anxious during storms as well, but we’ve got some pointers on how you can help him stay calm.

woman hugging a stressed out Shiba dog outdoors

How To Calm A Stressed Dog: Signs Of Stress & Relief Tips

Why is my dog stressed, and how can I help him? You’re certainly not alone if you want help answering these questions. Many dogs can become stressed for a wide variety of reasons — out of boredom or frustration or because they’re scared or anxious about a situation. We’ll help you spot the signs of stress and give you some tips on calming your stressed dog. And we’ll also help you know when your dog’s stress and anxiety become a long-term problem for his health.

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Dog lifting leg up peeing (caption: Why Do Dogs Mark Territory?)

Why Do Dogs Mark Their Territory?

We adopted our one-year-old dog, Kopa, who was neutered a little over a month before we adopted him. Within the first few hours of bringing him home, he marked in the same room three times. He was used to being an outside dog, so when he had free roam of the house, he was ready to declare everything his own by lifting his leg. To say we were frustrated with his marking was an understatement. We knew that this was an instinct for him, but cleaning up the messes was a nightmare for us. How do we stop his marking so we can trust him in the house? Here are some tips on why dogs mark their territory and how to stop it.

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