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Review
. 2018 May;48(3):367-386.
doi: 10.1016/j.cvsm.2017.12.005. Epub 2018 Feb 1.

Separation, Confinement, or Noises: What Is Scaring That Dog?

Kelly C Ballantyne  1
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Separation, Confinement, or Noises: What Is Scaring That Dog?

Kelly C Ballantyne. Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract. 2018 May.

Abstract

Separation anxiety and noise aversions are 2 of the most common welfare issues affecting pet dogs. Despite the high prevalence of these conditions, many affected dogs do not receive treatment. Separation anxiety, noise aversions, and confinement distress may be comorbid with each other and with other behavioral issues. A behavioral history and video can help confirm the diagnosis. Treatment with psychopharmaceuticals and behavior modification is recommended to improve the affected dog's welfare.

Keywords: Behavior modification; Canine; Noise aversion; Noise phobia; Separation anxiety.

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