Canine separation anxiety: how first referral practices can help. (2nd September 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Heirs, Morag; Graham, Heather
• Is Part Of: Companion animal. Volume 26:Number 8(2021)
• Page Start: 170
• Page End: 174
• Publication Date: 2021-09-02
• Subjects: canine -- companion animal -- COVID-19 -- pandemic -- separation anxiety -- separation-related behaviour problems -- separation-related distress; Veterinary medicine -- Periodicals; Pet medicine -- Periodicals; 636.08905
• DOI: 10.12968/coan.2021.0030
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2053-0889

Abstract

Abstract : There are currently approximately 10.1 million pet dogs in the UK, equating to about 26% of the UK adult population owning a dog. Early research indicates that dogs have played an essential role in helping their owners to cope throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. This article explores the potential impact of lockdown on the canine experience and the risk of developing separation-related behavioural problems, as well as how first referral veterinary practices can support their clients through this.