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What Happens in a Dog's Brain When They're Anxious?

What Happens in a Dog's Brain When They're Anxious?

What happens inside an anxious dog's brain? A veterinarian explains the amygdala, stress hormones, neurotransmitters, learned fear, and why anxious dogs can struggle to think...

Dr. Kathryn Dench
Can Chronic Stress Shorten a Dog's Life?

Can Chronic Stress Shorten a Dog's Life?

Can chronic stress shorten a dog's life? A veterinarian explains how long-term stress affects canine health, aging, immunity, inflammation, and quality of life. ...

Dr. Kathryn Dench
Can Stress Affect a Dog’s Gut?

Can Stress Affect a Dog’s Gut?

Can stress affect a dog’s gut? A veterinarian explains how stress can cause diarrhea, appetite changes, gut inflammation, and microbiome changes in dogs. ...

Dr. Kathryn Dench
Can Stress Lower a Dog’s Immune System?

Can Stress Lower a Dog’s Immune System?

Can stress weaken a dog’s immune system? A veterinarian explains how chronic stress affects cortisol, immunity, infection risk, healing, and overall health. ...

Dr. Kathryn Dench
Can Anxiety Cause Urinary Accidents in Dogs?

Can Anxiety Cause Urinary Accidents in Dogs?

Can anxiety cause urinary accidents in dogs? A veterinarian explains why stressed dogs may pee indoors, other medical causes, and when to see your vet....

Dr. Kathryn Dench
Can Anxiety Cause Aggression in Dogs?

Can Anxiety Cause Aggression in Dogs?

Can anxiety cause aggression in dogs? A vet explains why anxious dogs may growl, snap, or bite, warning signs to watch for, and how to...

Dr. Kathryn Dench
Can Anxiety Make Dogs Tired?

Can Anxiety Make Dogs Tired?

Can anxiety make dogs tired? A vet explains why stress can leave dogs exhausted, how anxiety affects sleep, and when tiredness could mean illness. ...

Dr. Kathryn Dench
Can Anxiety Cause Itching in Dogs?

Can Anxiety Cause Itching in Dogs?

Can anxiety make a dog itchy? A veterinarian explains how stress, itching, licking, and skin disease can interact, plus when your dog needs a veterinary...

Dr. Kathryn Dench
Can Anxiety Cause Excessive Licking in Dogs?

Can Anxiety Cause Excessive Licking in Dogs?

Can anxiety cause excessive licking in dogs? A veterinarian explains why stressed dogs lick themselves, people, and objects, when licking becomes compulsive, and when to...

Dr. Kathryn Dench
Can Anxiety Stop Dogs Eating?

Can Anxiety Stop Dogs Eating?

Can anxiety stop dogs eating? A veterinarian explains why stressed dogs lose their appetite, how long it can last, what you can do, and when...

Dr. Kathryn Dench
Can Anxiety Cause Vomiting in Dogs?

Can Anxiety Cause Vomiting in Dogs?

Can anxiety cause vomiting in dogs? A veterinarian explains how stress affects the stomach, signs anxiety may be responsible, and when vomiting needs veterinary attention....

Dr. Kathryn Dench
Can Anxiety Cause Diarrhea in Dogs?

Can Anxiety Cause Diarrhea in Dogs?

Can anxiety cause diarrhea in dogs? A veterinarian explains stress colitis, the gut-brain connection, what anxiety diarrhea looks like, and when to call your vet....

Dr. Kathryn Dench
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