One of the most common behavioral issues exhibited by dogs is separation anxiety, which usually occurs just as the owner is leaving the house. Your dog may bark, whine, and destroy furniture—all because he or she does not want to be left alone. Located in Highland Heights, KY, Robinwood Kennel is a friendly, family-owned pet day care facility that has been dedicated to serving pets and their owners since 1970.

In order to help you know how to deal with your dog’s separation anxiety, these pet care professionals offer the following information:

• Background: Dogs are very sensitive to change. If your dog was adopted from a shelter, abandoned, or suffered the death of a loved one, these could all be potential causes for your dog acting out. Your dog might also be nervous if you've moved to a new house recently. It will take time for him or her to absorb these changes.
• Consult Your Veterinarian: Before making any drastic changes to your dog's lifestyle with regard to his or her anxiety, visit a veterinarian to make sure your dog's behavior isn't part of a medical issue. There might be another health problem at stake, especially if your dog's anxious behavior isn't limited to when you're leaving or returning home.
• Try Dog Day Care: In the wild, dogs always stick together in a pack, so being alone will naturally be a difficult experience. If your dog is driving the neighbors crazy with noise and antics while you're away at work, the answer might be to take him or her somewhere that feels like a second home.

The professionals at Robinwood Kennel are here to help you and your pet get through this difficult time. For more information about the various services they offer, including pet boarding and grooming services, give them a call at (859) 781-2352 or visit them online.