🐶 5 signs your dog is anxious — and what to do about each one:
1️⃣ Yawning when not tired
Stress yawns are a calming signal. Try slow, deliberate breathing near your dog — they mirror your calm.
2️⃣ Tucked tail + lowered body
They feel unsafe. Create a dedicated "den" spot — a covered crate or corner with a familiar-smelling blanket.
3️⃣ Excessive licking or paw chewing
Often a self-soothing behavior. Check for allergens first, then address boredom with puzzle feeders.
4️⃣ Panting without heat or exercise
A major anxiety flag. Pheromone diffusers (like Adaptil) have solid research behind them for this.
5️⃣ Refusing food they normally love
High stress shuts down appetite. Remove the stressor first — don't try to coax eating.
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