Need help with dog.?

Question

We recently had to give one of our dogs away. We had 3 and they were a pretty tight group. Now one of my other dogs seems like she's can't handle being alone anywhere. If I don't let her in my room at night, she stands at the door and barks uncontrollably. She was never like that until we gave the other dog away. She follows me everywhere! The bathroom, the kitchen, where ever I am. I don't mind the attention. I love my pets, it just seems a little odd. Is she suffering from separation anxiety, maybe?

Ok, I just realized that when I said I gave the other dog away that that may have sounded bad because I didn't explain. We really had no choice though. It was a problem with our landlord among other things. I would never give a pet away just to do so. I love all my pets! :)

Answer 1

YES. I work with a rescue group and I see this often. May I ask why you gave the other dog away? Behavior problems?

Anyway, give your other dog some patience and extra love. She is really missing her brother/sister. Seperation anxiety is common in dogs.

Good luck and Im sure with a little patience and understanding she will get better.

Answer 2

Yes, she is suffering. She is scared and uncertain what has happened. See, dogs understand death, as does all nature, but when something dies, a dog can sense it. She didn't sense death in this matter so she knows something is wrong. She can still smell the presence of the dog in the house, and in the yard, but can not find it. YOU however are the alpha dog, so she comes to you for comfort. Dogs are pack animals, as are humans, they have family units and love just as we do. So here is my suggestion. Shampoo the carpets and if the dog had a bed get rid of it. Then continue to treat the other 2 dogs as if nothing has changed. When she barks, discipline her ( no hitting) and when she comes to your door at night, comfort her, let her know you are there and then do not let her in. This will take several nights now that you have allowed her in your room, but will be well worth it in the long run. Remember that to her she has lost a family member with no explanation, and just as we would she is grieving. Just know that you are allowing her to control you in this matter and to keep alpha leadership you in a sense have to re-train her. Good luck and stay firm and this will work itself out.

Answer 3

Thats so sad....I adopted my dog (an American Pitbull Terrier) from a family where he was the 3rd dog; they called several times to check on how he is doing, and kept telling me that one of thier dogs was still looking for the one I adopted from them. After a couple of MONTHS, the dog finally began to rest,and get comfortable; my opinion was that she thought maybe they would give her away also, and she was insecure. (Just a thought). The dog I adopted seemed to adjust pretty quickly, but he is SPOILED here at our house, so the transition was easy.

She is probobly feeling a bit insecure (dogs are pack animals for the most part, and someone is missing from the pack, you know?). Give her time, let her into your room and nurture the dog until she feels secure again; she'll adjust! With lots of love, they always do.

Good luck!

Answer 4

My best guess she is afraid because the pack has been separated so she is clinging to you (the pack leader) for safety and comfort.

Try to maintain as consistent a schedule as before. This means walks, food and sleeping patterns should stay the same as possible.

She should recover alright with time, right now though she is in shock. Don't reward unusual behaviors that you don't want to remain forever. Instead try taking her out for an extra walk or play time. Good luck

Answer 5

its not odd at all that she would suffer from separation anxiety,,,,,, she most likely doesnt realize what happened to the other dog,,,,, just that it is no longer there,,,,, and she would be afraid that she might suddenly no longer be there,,,,,,,,,, or if for some reason she did realize you gave the dog away,, she would be afraid you would give her away,,,,,,, it will take her awhile to get over this fear, if she ever does,,,,,, it would be like you having siblings, then suddenly one is gone, and you dont know why,,,,,,,,,, its a shame you had to get rid of one of them,,,,,, i would say just let her in your room,,,,, for now, till she adjusts,,,,, dogs are very aware and attached to those in their home, both pets and humans,,,,,,, and they are very smart,,,,,,, our dog and cat both noticed when my mom passed on,,,,, would run to the place she always sat,,,,, and acted so confused,,,,,

Answer 6

The other dog was probably her best friend. She misses the other dog and is seeking the same kind of attention she received from the other dog, from you now.

You should enjoy that attention, but also seek to ease her anxiety from losing the other dog. I would let her hang around you as much as possible for now, then try to get her together with your other dog for playtime as often as you can. She'll make the other dog her new best friend before long.

Answer 7

I sounds like she is. Maybe she thinks you sre going to give her away. Or you are going to go somewhere and never come back. Make a bed in your room at night. She will feel comfortable with that. Then you will both be able to sleep at night.

Answer 8

Yes. Don't trust "homeopathic" dog remedies. Let her follow you for a while. She may get over it on her own. If she starts being destructive, you'll need behavioral therapy to intervene.

Answer 9

yes she defiantly is you may want to get her a new toy or a new bone and show her some extra tlc for a little while

Answer 10

Have you tried placing her in a crate? Crate Training from the start is a great way to train your pet. The 'crate' becomes the pet's sanctuary for comfort and security. I have done this with our two dogs and it is the best thing for them.....and me.

See link below.