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Pets can suffer from separation anxiety when they are placed in pet boarding or kennels. Your pup or kitten may feel sad, panicked, and upset when he realizes you aren’t going to be with him all day. Separation anxiety can lead to destructive behavior and even training regression. There are ways to ease worry and make pet boarding easier on both of you. The Big Island’s Bar-King Dog Kennel in Keaau, HI offers a few tips.

How to Ease Anxiety When It Is Time for Pet Boarding

Familiar Scents

When dropping your dog or cat off at a pet boarding facility, leave him with worn clothing or another item from home that has your scent. This will provide security for your pet until you return. Familiar smells, especially of the owner, calm an anxious pet in times of stress.

Quick Goodbye

Say a few soothing words, calmly pet them, and then leave quickly. Don’t linger or make a big show out of your leaving. Use words that will signify to them that you will come back for them soon.

Stay Calm

pet boardingWhen you are calm, your pet will also be calm. If you show panic or that you are unhappy about leaving him, he will sense your apprehension and feel the same way. This will only prolong your pet’s panic about the separation. Remain relaxed every time you must leave them, and they will eventually feel the same.

Ease Into It

For severe cases, build up to longer periods of separation. Start out with smaller time frames and then add time incrementally until your furry friend is showing signs that they know you will come back for them and that everything will be okay at the kennel.

Supplies & Tools

If nothing is working, there are products available to soothe anxiety in pets. Speak with your veterinarian about which supplements they recommend. There are also anti-anxiety toys available at pet supply stores. Some are designed to distract them when you leave, while something like a swaddling jacket applies gentle pressure to comfort them.

For dogs and cats on the Big Island, trust Bar-King Dog Kennel. This pet boarding facility provides loving pet care while you are away, along with grooming and pet quarantine options. Pets feel comforted and calm in this kennel, with ample room to run and play until you return. Learn more about their services by visiting them online or calling (808) 966-8733.

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