Pet Anxiety

PetMD Editorial

By Carol McCarthy If there is one experience that all pet parents have witnessed or been party to, it is that of a frightened animal having a hard time coping at a veterinary office. The cause of a pet’s...

PetMD Editorial

Updated and reviewed for accuracy on July 24, 2019, by Dr. Katie Grzyb, DVM Does your dog jump at the sound of thunder or start shaking every time you turn the vacuum on or hide during fireworks? He might...

Megan Keller, DVM

If you have an older dog that suddenly begins urinating inappropriately (or cannot seem to hold their pee), make an appointment with your veterinarian, as there could be a medical cause. Have you ever been greeted by your hyper dog when you get home, and then noticed a puddle of pee by your shoes? Or perhaps your new puppy flopped onto their back to greet your friend, and then...

PetMD Editorial

By LisaBeth Weber The varied emotions of our four-legged friends are apparent, whether it’s their unconditional love, their curious nature, their sympathy when they recognize distress, or less pleasant...

PetMD Editorial

By Paula Fitzsimmons People who’ve lived through traumatic events may experience symptoms consistent with depression and anxiety years later. Thankfully, treatments are available to help them heal. But...

PetMD Editorial

Reviewed for accuracy on July 25, 2019, by Dr. Katie Grzyb, DVM If your dog is scared of literally EVERYTHING, then you understand that life with a fearful dog can be limiting. Instead of greeting the...