How Will Isolation Effect Your Dog?

I was really hoping NOT to have to write this post, but as I sit here in the same state of shock and confusion as I’m sure most of you are in, it’s become painfully obvious that an end to this is not coming in a mere week…. We know we will be avoiding most normal activity for at least another week, and likely more. So, how will this effect your dog?

🚩 Here are a few things to think about.

Most of us work away from home, so If you are not usually home through the day, this will be a drastic difference for your dog. Having you around 24/7 may feel like they’ve scored, but it has some negatives as well.

🚩 Overtired or Overstimulated Dogs

Dogs who are used to sleeping solidly for the 8–12 hours you are absent from the home will undoubtedly be sleeping less. As we all know, the difference between sleep and lack of sleep is immense. Your dog may be feeling some confusion and frustration from being overtired.

Dogs who are used to a quiet house for those 8–12 hours may be getting more stimulation than they are used to. Often dogs will self-regulate and find a quiet corner to gain rest and relaxation, but dogs who have a lack of ability to turn off, either due to temperament or lack of training, could wind up feeling overstimulated. This will be exacerbated by the amount of action in the…