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Stress Defined:
“The difference between
what is, and how we think it
should be.”
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Canine Stress
Factors
 What is it?
Canine stress can
be caused by physical or emotional
discomfort. Some dog
stress in response to changes in the environment
such as moving furniture, new
furniture, new people or pets,
people yelling, or too much
household activity.
Always rule out
medical causes of
stress or of any sudden behavior
changes by a visit to the
veterinarian and diagnostic tests.
If your dog gets a clean bill of
health, then most
likely, the stress is coming from something or someone in the home
environment.
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When
observing any sudden
behavior changes, or any
other signs of stress, always
start by ruling out medical
causes by a visit to the
veterinarian and diagnostic tests. |
 How do know if a dog is stressed?
Your dog's
body language will
tell you if he or
she is stressed versus
relaxed and happy. Pay attention to
ears, mouth, and tail.
Ears back and a low or tucked
tail are signs of stress as is
yawning or trembling.
What are possible
causes canine stress?
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Fleas or any medical condition
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New
dog heard in the neighborhood
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Wildlife in yard,
around home -
New work schedule of people
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New baby
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New pet -
New person -
New or
rearranged furniture
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New
scent in the house
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Tension in the household, yelling, inconsistent behavior
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Insufficient opportunity to exercise
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No clear household structure, unclear
instruction and rules
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Pet spoiling resulting in unclear
human leadership
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Lack of companionship
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Environmental stresses such as extreme
weather
How else may I know if a dog is stressed?
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Overeating
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Not eating
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Inappropriate urination or defecation
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Aggression
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Hiding
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Cowering, head drooping, excess yawning
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