Welcome to Pet Peeves, a monthly series that aims to provide pet care solutions and expert advice for challenging scenarios that involve your beloved animal companions.

(STACKER) — Most people love a fireworks display, but many of our furry friends don’t. The loud bangs and crackling sounds can trigger anxiety symptoms in dogs, like pacing, panting, and excessive ...

Just like humans, dogs can experience stress and anxiety due to various factors - separation from their owners, loud noises, unfamiliar environments, or even past trauma. While occasional nervousness ...

Anxiety in dogs rarely shows up all at once. It might start with whining, freezing, chewing furniture, or avoiding eye contact. These behaviors often reflect stress that the dog hasn’t figured out how ...

Loud noises and flashing lights are alarming for dogs, especially during thunderstorms and fireworks displays. As a result, many dogs experience overwhelming anxiety and fear. While some dogs aren’t ...

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2022. Q: My dog Clyde takes medication for his separation anxiety, but it’s ...

Separation anxiety is estimated to affect 13% to 18% of dogs. It tends to occur when a dog is left home alone and finds it hard to settle without their human companion, leading to anxiety and ...

Q: My dog Clyde takes medication for his separation anxiety, but it's getting worse as I transition from working at home during the pandemic to spending more time away at the office. Would it help if ...