need help with dog anxiety
Hi guys. I have a 7 month old rescue puppy (boxer/American bulldog) who we are not sure what to do with. We tried to crate train him. after 3 weeks a of constant crying in the crate we gave up on ...
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anaro wrote:
I don't think exercise is the issue. this is a sudden onset change in behavior within a few days of being neutered. Our vet does not want to medicate him since he is just a puppy. I still have some leftover rescue remedy from my old dog and am contemplating trying that. I might still have my DAP plug in too (will look for that tonight).
I don't agree with your vet. This is a perfect time for meds because in all probability it's a short term problem. The sooner you deal with it, the better chance you have to keep it from becoming a habitual problem. I would do the rescue remedy and DAP first, but would consider an anti-anxiety drug like ativan or diazepam.
Doug, DVM
