Living with and loving a pet with behavioral issues comes with many unique challenges, and even when treatment is going well, it's still not easy. In an effort to better understand as well as describe these challenges, I conducted a research project with my dear friend and colleague Kristin Buller, MS, LCSW.
Read MoreDogs benefit from predictability in their routines, and for many dogs, this predictability has been disrupted by changes in our lifestyles caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. While many dogs likely enjoyed the extra walks, playtime, and time with their humans during shelter-in-place, with states and regions opening businesses back up many of us will return to working outside of the home and once again our dogs will experience a significant change in routine—more time home alone, fewer walks, and fewer one-on-one interactions.
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