Vet Blogs

Anxiety vs Canine Cognitive Dysfunction: Vet Explains

September 29, 2026

Is your senior dog anxious or developing canine cognitive dysfunction? A vet explains the differences, overlapping signs, diagnosis, treatment, and when to seek help. ...

Dr. Kathryn Dench

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Why Do Older Dogs Become Anxious? Vet Explains

September 29, 2026

Why do older dogs become anxious? A veterinarian explains how pain, sensory loss, cognitive decline, illness, and changing routines can affect senior dogs. ...

Dr. Kathryn Dench

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Can Hormones Affect Dog Anxiety? Vet Explains

September 29, 2026

Can hormones affect dog anxiety? A veterinarian explains how cortisol, sex hormones, thyroid disease, false pregnancy, and neutering may influence canine behavior. ...

Dr. Kathryn Dench

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Can Illness Cause Sudden Anxiety? Vet Explains

September 28, 2026

Can illness cause sudden anxiety in dogs? A vet explains how pain, disease, cognitive changes and other medical problems can trigger anxious behavior. ...

Dr. Kathryn Dench

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Can Pain Cause Anxiety in Dogs? Vet Explains

September 27, 2026

Pain can cause or worsen anxiety in dogs, sometimes before obvious physical signs appear. A veterinarian explains the link, warning signs, and what to do....

Dr. Kathryn Dench

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Can Trauma Cause Anxiety in Dogs? Vet Explains

September 26, 2026

Can trauma cause anxiety in dogs? A veterinarian explains how frightening experiences affect behavior, signs of trauma-related anxiety, and how to help your dog recover....

Dr. Kathryn Dench

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Can Poor Socialization Cause Anxiety? Vet Explains

September 26, 2026

Can poor socialization cause anxiety in dogs? A veterinarian explains how early experiences affect fear, confidence, and behavior, plus what owners can do to help....

Dr. Kathryn Dench

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Are Some Dog Breeds More Anxious? Vet Explains

September 26, 2026

Are some dog breeds naturally more anxious than others? A veterinarian explains breed differences in fear, noise sensitivity, genetics, and what owners can do. ...

Dr. Kathryn Dench

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Is Dog Anxiety Genetic? Vet Explains

September 25, 2026

Is anxiety genetic in dogs? A veterinarian explains how genetics, breed, early experiences, health and environment combine to influence canine anxiety. ...

Dr. Kathryn Dench

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What Causes Anxiety in Dogs? Vet Explains

September 25, 2026

What causes anxiety in dogs? A veterinarian explains how genetics, puppyhood experiences, pain, aging, stress and learned fears can contribute to canine anxiety. ...

Dr. Kathryn Dench

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Why Is My Dog Anxious at Night? Vet Explains

September 23, 2026

Is your dog pacing, panting, whining, or unable to settle at night? A veterinarian explains common causes of nighttime anxiety in dogs and what can...

Dr. Kathryn Dench

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Why Is My Dog Suddenly Afraid of Something at Home? Vet Explains

September 23, 2026

Is your dog suddenly scared of a room, object, sound, or area at home? A veterinarian explains possible causes, including pain, noise, aging, and learned...

Dr. Kathryn Dench

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