{"id":6378,"date":"2022-03-25T06:35:10","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:35:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:35:10","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:35:10","slug":"how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/","title":{"rendered":"How can you tell if a dog is sad or depressed?"},"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-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#How_can_you_tell_if_a_dog_is_sad_or_depressed\" title=\"How can you tell if a dog is sad or depressed?\">How can you tell if a 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-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#What_do_dogs_do_when_unhappy\" title=\"What do dogs do when unhappy?\">What do dogs do when unhappy?<\/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-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#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-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_is_sad\" title=\"How do I know if my dog is sad?\">How do I know 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-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#How_do_you_know_if_your_dog_is_sad_or_depressed\" title=\"How do you know if your dog is sad or depressed?\">How do you know if your 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-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#How_do_you_cheer_up_a_sad_dog\" title=\"How do you cheer up a sad dog?\">How do you cheer up a sad dog?<\/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-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#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-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#How_can_I_tell_if_my_dog_is_unhappy\" title=\"How can I tell if my dog is unhappy?\">How can I tell if my dog is unhappy?<\/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-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#How_do_dogs_act_when_they_are_sad\" title=\"How do dogs act when they are sad?\">How do dogs act when they are sad?<\/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-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#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-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#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-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#How_do_you_know_when_a_dog_is_sad\" title=\"How do you know when a dog is sad?\">How do you know when 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-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#Why_does_my_dog_look_sad\" title=\"Why does my dog look sad?\">Why does my dog look 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-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#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-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#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><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-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#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-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#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-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#How_do_I_make_my_dog_happy_again\" title=\"How do I make my dog happy again?\">How do I make my dog happy again?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#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-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#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-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#What_does_an_unhappy_dog_look_like\" title=\"What does an unhappy dog look like?\">What does an unhappy dog look like?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#How_does_a_sad_dog_act\" title=\"How does a sad dog act?\">How does a sad dog act?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#How_do_you_help_a_depressed_dog\" title=\"How do you help a depressed dog?\">How do you help a depressed dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#What_can_you_give_a_dog_for_depression_and_anxiety\" title=\"What can you give a dog for depression and anxiety?\">What can you give a dog for depression and anxiety?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-you-tell-if-a-dog-is-sad-or-depressed\/#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><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_if_a_dog_is_sad_or_depressed\"><\/span>How can you tell if a 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_do_dogs_do_when_unhappy\"><\/span>What do dogs do when unhappy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If a dog is unhappy, they may <b>try to seek refuge by hiding around the house. If there&#8217;s no clear stimulus that would cause them to hide, such as fireworks, this avoidant behavior can be a sign that they&#8217;re not feeling their best. Similarly, they may try to make themselves small by cowering.<\/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=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_is_sad\"><\/span>How do I know 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_you_know_if_your_dog_is_sad_or_depressed\"><\/span>How do you know if your 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=\"How_do_you_cheer_up_a_sad_dog\"><\/span>How do you cheer up 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=\"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_can_I_tell_if_my_dog_is_unhappy\"><\/span>How can I tell if my dog is unhappy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Signs your dog is unhappy<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Low or tucked tail. A stressed or unhappy dog may tuck its tail between its legs rather than wagging it high in the air.  <\/li>\n<li>Body position.  <\/li>\n<li>Ears are back.  <\/li>\n<li>They turn away from you.  <\/li>\n<li>Appeasement behaviour.  <\/li>\n<li>Hiding and walking away.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_dogs_act_when_they_are_sad\"><\/span>How do dogs act when they are 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=\"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_do_you_know_when_a_dog_is_sad\"><\/span>How do you know when a 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=\"Why_does_my_dog_look_sad\"><\/span>Why does my dog look sad?<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>Your dog&#8217;s big puppy eyes might sometimes prompt you to ask why they look so sad, but researchers seem to believe that the classic sad dog look has more to do with <b>evolution, communication and connection than with a dog&#8217;s emotional health. Depression in dogs, on the other hand, tends to be more subtle.<\/b><\/p>\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><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=\"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>Do NOT Smother Your Dog Instead, 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, <b>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=\"How_do_I_make_my_dog_happy_again\"><\/span>How do I make my dog happy again?<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_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=\"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>Signs of an unhappy dog 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=\"What_does_an_unhappy_dog_look_like\"><\/span>What does an unhappy dog look like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your pet is depressed they may be hiding more. You may find them <b>sleeping under the bed or in a closet. This is a common sign seen with depressed dogs, says Ochoa. If they are disappearing or trying to be withdrawn in odd places in the home, they could be feeling stressed or sad.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_a_sad_dog_act\"><\/span>How does a sad dog act?<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_help_a_depressed_dog\"><\/span>How do you help 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=\"What_can_you_give_a_dog_for_depression_and_anxiety\"><\/span>What can you give a dog for depression and anxiety?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although dogs will often recover from depression with just a little extra love and attention from their pet parent, your veterinarian can provide medications such as <b>antidepressants or anti-anxiety aids to help calm their nerves if things don&#8217;t show signs of improvement.<\/b><\/p>\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","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How can you tell if a dog is sad or depressed?What do dogs do when unhappy?How do you cheer up a dog?How do I know if my dog is sad?How do you know if your dog is sad or depressed?How do you cheer up a sad dog?What does a dog do when&#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-6378","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6378"}],"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=6378"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6378\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6378"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6378"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6378"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}