05/14/2022
Dogs mental health is important too.
A study conducted by Emory University scientists in 2013 showed that dogs’ brains are strikingly similar to the human brain – especially when it comes to emotions. Like humans, dogs who suffer from conditions like anxiety or depression can self-harm and severely damage their overall health by not eating or exercising. If you have a dog with OCD, they will repeat certain actions excessively like humans with the same condition tend to do.
Unfortunately, dogs can’t tell us when they’re feeling sad or anxious; however, they will show physical signs of distress that can let their humans know something is wrong. Understanding anxiety and other mental health disorders in dogs, their symptoms, and how to effectively treat these conditions is important for pet owners to know.
Let’s spread awareness to every pet owner this month!
