{"id":10910,"date":"2022-03-25T06:42:57","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:42:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:42:57","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:42:57","slug":"how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you know if your dog is sad?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#How_do_you_know_if_your_dog_is_sad\" title=\"How do you know if your dog is sad?\">How do you know if your dog is sad?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#How_do_you_cheer_up_a_depressed_dog\" title=\"How do you cheer up a depressed dog?\">How do you cheer up a depressed dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_is_sad_or_crying\" title=\"How do I know if my dog is sad or crying?\">How do I know if my dog is sad or crying?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#How_do_you_cheer_up_a_dog\" title=\"How do you cheer up a dog?\">How do you cheer up a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#What_does_a_sad_dog_look_like\" title=\"What does a sad dog look like?\">What does a sad dog look like?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#What_do_you_do_when_your_dog_is_sad\" title=\"What do you do when your dog is sad?\">What do you do when your dog is sad?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#How_can_you_cheer_up_your_dog\" title=\"How can you cheer up your dog?\">How can you cheer up your dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#Is_my_dog_crying_or_whining\" title=\"Is my dog crying or whining?\">Is my dog crying or whining?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#What_are_the_signs_of_a_sad_dog\" title=\"What are the signs of a sad dog?\">What are the signs of a sad dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#Can_dogs_be_sad_and_cry\" title=\"Can dogs be sad and cry?\">Can dogs be sad and cry?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#What_are_the_3_signs_your_dog_is_crying_for_help\" title=\"What are the 3 signs your dog is crying for help?\">What are the 3 signs your dog is crying for help?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#What_can_you_do_for_a_depressed_dog\" title=\"What can you do for a depressed dog?\">What can you do for a depressed dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#What_are_signs_that_a_dog_is_sad\" title=\"What are signs that a dog is sad?\">What are signs that a dog is sad?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#How_can_I_tell_if_my_dog_is_sad\" title=\"How can I tell if my dog is sad?\">How can I tell if my dog is sad?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_is_sad_or_depressed\" title=\"How do I know if my dog is sad or depressed?\">How do I know if my dog is sad or depressed?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#What_does_a_dog_do_when_its_sad\" title=\"What does a dog do when it&#8217;s sad?\">What does a dog do when it&#8217;s sad?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#How_do_you_comfort_a_sad_dog\" title=\"How do you comfort a sad dog?\">How do you comfort a sad dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-know-if-your-dog-is-sad\/#How_do_you_know_when_your_dog_is_sad\" title=\"How do you know when your dog is sad?\">How do you know when your dog is sad?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_know_if_your_dog_is_sad\"><\/span>How do you know if your dog is sad?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The symptoms of depression in dogs are similar to those experienced by people. Common symptoms include <b>low activity levels, a loss in interest in the things they once enjoyed, and a change in eating and\/or sleeping habits. Some dogs may also show signs of aggression, including uncharacteristic howling or whining.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_cheer_up_a_depressed_dog\"><\/span>How do you cheer up a depressed dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>5 Ways To Cheer Up A Depressed Dog<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Help Them Stick To A Routine. Often times the reason our pups get sad or depressed is because of a major change in their circumstances.  <\/li>\n<li>Take Them Out For Some Exercise.  <\/li>\n<li>Reward Positive Behavior.  <\/li>\n<li>Let Them Socialize With Other Pets.  <\/li>\n<li>Spend Extra Time With Your Dog.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_is_sad_or_crying\"><\/span>How do I know if my dog is sad or crying?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dog-crying really is more like whimpering and unlike humans, dogs don&#8217;t tear up when they are sad. Signs that your dog is sad include <b>vocalizations, like whimpering or whining, as well as showing a lack of energy or interest in things they normally love, like favorite snacks or toys, Caughill says.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_cheer_up_a_dog\"><\/span>How do you cheer up a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>5 Ways To Cheer Up A Depressed Dog<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Help Them Stick To A Routine. Often times the reason our pups get sad or depressed is because of a major change in their circumstances.  <\/li>\n<li>Take Them Out For Some Exercise.  <\/li>\n<li>Reward Positive Behavior.  <\/li>\n<li>Let Them Socialize With Other Pets.  <\/li>\n<li>Spend Extra Time With Your Dog.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_a_sad_dog_look_like\"><\/span>What does a sad dog look like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A sad dog might show <b>a lack of interest in activities that he or she once enjoyed such as going for walks or playing outside. They can also seem withdrawn from people including their owner. Additionally, dogs will hide or avoid people if they are physically injured.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_do_when_your_dog_is_sad\"><\/span>What do you do when your dog is sad?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How can I help treat my dog&#8217;s depression or anxiety?<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Offer your dog more attention.  <\/li>\n<li>Keep your dog active with regular walks, playtimes, and other activities you know they enjoy.<\/li>\n<li>If your dog&#8217;s symptoms are related to the loss of an animal companion, consider getting another pet or start socializing them with other pets.<\/li>\n<p>16 Oct 2019<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_cheer_up_your_dog\"><\/span>How can you cheer up your dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do NOT Smother Your Dog Instead, <b>give your dog a treat when they show a positive change in behavior. It might also help to set up a routine for your dog. Feed them at a certain time, take them out for a daily walk, and have cuddle sessions in between; all this can help cheer your pup up.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_my_dog_crying_or_whining\"><\/span>Is my dog crying or whining?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Whining can be your dog&#8217;s way of saying that he is scared or anxious. If your dog is also pacing, trembling, or panting while whining, he is likely fearful or anxious about something. Perhaps there is a new guest or resident in the house making your dog nervous, or perhaps he is worried because someone is missing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_signs_of_a_sad_dog\"><\/span>What are the signs of a sad dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are some physical signs your dog might be sad:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Vocalizations like whines or whimpers.<\/li>\n<li>Mopey behavior around things they typically enjoy.<\/li>\n<li>Lowered energy.<\/li>\n<li>Refusing food or treats.<\/li>\n<li>Eyes appear squinty or smaller than usual.<\/li>\n<li>A change in sleep patterns or behavior.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_be_sad_and_cry\"><\/span>Can dogs be sad and cry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>While dogs can feel sadness and grief, they don&#8217;t actually cry in the same way humans do. In other words, their sad feelings don&#8217;t prompt a flow of tears. Humans, in fact, are the only animals on the planet to shed tears as a result of their emotional state.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_3_signs_your_dog_is_crying_for_help\"><\/span>What are the 3 signs your dog is crying for help?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Generally, there are three primary ways that you can tell when a dog needs your help: <b>physiological changes, behavioral changes, and signs of pain or discomfort.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_you_do_for_a_depressed_dog\"><\/span>What can you do for a depressed dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How can I help treat my dog&#8217;s depression or anxiety?<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Offer your dog more attention.  <\/li>\n<li>Keep your dog active with regular walks, playtimes, and other activities you know they enjoy.<\/li>\n<li>If your dog&#8217;s symptoms are related to the loss of an animal companion, consider getting another pet or start socializing them with other pets.<\/li>\n<p>16 Oct 2019<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_signs_that_a_dog_is_sad\"><\/span>What are signs that a dog is sad?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are some physical signs your dog might be sad:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Vocalizations like whines or whimpers.<\/li>\n<li>Mopey behavior around things they typically enjoy.<\/li>\n<li>Lowered energy.<\/li>\n<li>Refusing food or treats.<\/li>\n<li>Eyes appear squinty or smaller than usual.<\/li>\n<li>A change in sleep patterns or behavior.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_tell_if_my_dog_is_sad\"><\/span>How can I tell if my dog is sad?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are some physical signs your dog might be sad:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Vocalizations like whines or whimpers.<\/li>\n<li>Mopey behavior around things they typically enjoy.<\/li>\n<li>Lowered energy.<\/li>\n<li>Refusing food or treats.<\/li>\n<li>Eyes appear squinty or smaller than usual.<\/li>\n<li>A change in sleep patterns or behavior.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_is_sad_or_depressed\"><\/span>How do I know if my dog is sad or depressed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The symptoms of depression in dogs are similar to those experienced by people. Common symptoms include <b>low activity levels, a loss in interest in the things they once enjoyed, and a change in eating and\/or sleeping habits. Some dogs may also show signs of aggression, including uncharacteristic howling or whining.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_a_dog_do_when_its_sad\"><\/span>What does a dog do when it&#8217;s sad?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Behaviour changes  the same mood states that can present as apparent depression can present as other issues depending on the dog&#8217;s personality. These can include <b>chewing, attempts at escapology, increased reactivity, loss of toilet training, and even aggression<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_comfort_a_sad_dog\"><\/span>How do you comfort a sad dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>5 Ways To Cheer Up A Depressed Dog<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Help Them Stick To A Routine. Often times the reason our pups get sad or depressed is because of a major change in their circumstances.  <\/li>\n<li>Take Them Out For Some Exercise.  <\/li>\n<li>Reward Positive Behavior.  <\/li>\n<li>Let Them Socialize With Other Pets.  <\/li>\n<li>Spend Extra Time With Your Dog.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_know_when_your_dog_is_sad\"><\/span>How do you know when your dog is sad?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are some physical signs your dog might be sad:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Vocalizations like whines or whimpers.<\/li>\n<li>Mopey behavior around things they typically enjoy.<\/li>\n<li>Lowered energy.<\/li>\n<li>Refusing food or treats.<\/li>\n<li>Eyes appear squinty or smaller than usual.<\/li>\n<li>A change in sleep patterns or behavior.<\/li>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How do you know if your dog is sad?How do you cheer up a depressed dog?How do I know if my dog is sad or crying?How do you cheer up a dog?What does a sad dog look like?What do you do when your dog is sad?How can you cheer up your dog?Is&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10910","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10910"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10910"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10910\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10910"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10910"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10910"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}