Dogs feel stress of pandemic too, says animal mental health expert – Health News UK
There is a serious tinge to this story. Dogs I suspect are the thin canine line between many isolated people and mental health challenges at the moment. I celebrate the great support we get from our three friends every day and what’s more I know it will continue until their dying day. Its no surprise to me that they, according to this article, share our anxiety therefore. It tells us:
DOGS could be struggling with the mental impact of coronavirus just as much as their owners, according to an animal mental health expert.
Dr Robert Falconer-Taylor is warning that our four legged friends could by suffering anxiety passed on by their humans who are increasingly stressed out due to the pandemic.
To combat this, Dr Falconer-Taylor says we should be creating ‘Comfort Caves’ so that worried pets can feel safe and secure in their homes.
Dr. Falconer-Taylor says: “A refuge can give your pet a sense of control over the source of their stress and enables them to feel safe.
“Pets without somewhere to retreat to can struggle, so building a den – or preferably, several dens – in the rooms where your pet likes to relax will help to support them.”