my dog died how do i stop the other dog from pining as i dont want to lose him 2?

Answer 1

give your other dog love and attention. they recover from loss faster than people do.

Answer 2

I'm so sorry for your loss, but know that given the fact that you're even recognizing the stress your other dog is going through that you'll do the right things to help. Something I did for Buster when we lost Max the Wonder dog was that Max had a special blanket and he slept on it the last night of his life. I never washed it (well I mean now yeah, it's been 7 years) and I would wrap Buster in the blanket and hug him and play with him (like wrestling, but the blanket would be between us or around him or around me and he'd tug at it) and he knew the smell, but the play time and the physical activity I think made him feel secure and loved and happy. It worked for us (& I mean US, cuz I was pining too)

Answer 3

Show the dog the dead one so that they know what happened. They understand death at their level. If you have another dog, that will be helpful. Don't get a new puppy for an old dog, they just irritate them. Maybe get an older dog from the pound. Give the dog lots of attention. They're not people. They are pack animals, and they need to feel part of a pack. Whether it's a dog pack, a dog/cat pack or a dog/people pack does not matter. They just can't be alone.

Answer 4

All I Can Suggest Is Show The Dog Attention Of Course Animals Are Like Humans When losing somebody important they need time to grieve just as we do try giving the dog as much attention as possible and consider getting another playmate

Answer 5

I'm sorry to hear about this. Your dog is going to miss his friend no matter what you do; all you can do is help him through it. You can't make him forget.
Start by getting someone to take him for a walk, and have a clear out of toys, bowls, beds etc. You could put the other dogs blanket in his bed, the scent will gradually wear off.
Try to be cheerful (Not in an Insane Cheerleader kind of way) rather than sympathetic. Sympathy will just keep reminding him to be sad.
Keep to a routine and remember to break up his day with short walks, smaller meals twice a day and so on. Groom him every day to keep in contact.
There is really very little else you can do. Gradually he will forget, but it's just going to take time. Remember that the two of them probably spent more hours per day together than either of them spent alone with you; he will adjust but just be patient.

Answer 6

I'm very sorry about yuor sad loss.

Dogs grieve in their own way. In their case they pine for their absent friend. I don't know your circumstances but research conducted on per bereavemetn found that in teh case of another dog, it is better to let the other dog see his dead friend, so they can realise that their friend has died.

Your dog will need more attention from your part, but also activities to encourage him/her to beome more positive. For instance, new walks, new toys that you will use to play with him/her. You see to introduce new activities proves a new source of pleasure to the grieving dog. And although he/she will miss the other one badly, there will be something to look forward to, helping him/her to feel better.

Your dog's habits, from eating/drinking/toilet may well be affected for a while. Should your dog show little appetite, give him/her little titbits, different taste, that might make him/her feel hungry. Ensure he/she has plenty of fresh water too and keep an eye on urination/defecation too.

It might help to have a snuggly toy in your dog's bed if he/she shared your dog slept with the other dog.

Best wishes

Answer 7

We lost our dog rather suddenly last November she was fine one day and then lethargic and unable to hold down even water the next. Turns out she had an autoimmune sickness and was gone within three days. Our remaing dog moped about and oneday I had her out with me in the car and down the street is a dog that looked much like the one we lost...Our dog flipped out whining and scratching at the window. I had to walk her down there and let her see it was not the dog she thought it was. We made the decision to get another dog and she has grown close to this dog now and obviously loves her. I do believ dogs grieve but I as well believe they get past it quicker than humans...Perhaps consider another dog friend when you are ready.

Answer 8

I went thru this in April. I am very sad for your loss, I know how awful it can be. My other dog, already has a diagnosis of cancer, and I thought for sure he was going to die of a broken heart . He stopped eating, was moaning and crying. I almost was going to have him put down. Then, just as I began to feel better and stop crying all the time and feeling sad, he slowly began to improve too. Now he's ok, still sick, but ok. I think animals need time to grieve too. Try to keep the routine the same, try to not be so sad all the time. I know it's easy to say- The dog needs time too God Bless.

Answer 9

I had the same problem a few years ago with my cat - his older brother passed and my survivor had never been without him before. My suggestion is to get another dog. It will keep the two of you occupied and be able to fill a small hole (but your angel dog will never be forgotten or replaced). God Bless.

Answer 10

just give your dog lots of attention but try to stick to a normal routine, everyone greives even pets, it will take time, but he will settle again. If you want to, and can afford it why not get another dog. It may be good for both of you.

Answer 11

I am so sorry about the loss of your dog. You will have to spend alot of time with your other dog because he will be so lonely. Another companion may help. Good luck...