12 dog breeds that easily suffer from separation anxiety
Separation anxiety can affect both dogs and owners. Indeed, separation anxiety is a widespread phenomenon among our canine friends, with some breeds being particularly at risk.
Dogs are known for their emotional nature and the close bond they form with their owners. This explains the appearance of several symptoms directly related to separation anxiety. Some breeds are more prone to this particular psychological trait:
1. German Shepherd
Known for its skills in the military and police forces, this breed is nevertheless likely to develop anxiety following a separation.
2. Australian Shepherd
Another "working" dog that can have issues if it lacks an activity and is left on its own for too long. Their social nature means they can easily suffer from separation anxiety.
3. Labrador Retriever
This breed loves human company and can easily suffer from separation anxiety.
4. Hungarian Shorthaired Pointer
This breed is known to be active, but can also suffer from severe separation anxiety if its owner is away for too long.
5. Border Collie
An intelligent, active breed, Border Collies need a lot of mental stimulation to prevent boredom. If not, this boredom can turn into separation anxiety.
6. English Cocker Spaniel
Although an excellent companion, the popularity of this breed has spawned various temperament problems, including separation anxiety.
7. Bichon Frise
This breed can develop separation anxiety if it doesn't see its owner for long periods.
8. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
This breed is used to being around people and enjoys human company. As a result they're prone to developing separation anxiety.
9. Italian Greyhound
An excellent breed for less active people, but their close bond with their owners means they can suffer from separation anxiety if left on their own for too long.
10. Poodle
As a gentle, intelligent breed that requires a lot of human interaction, Poodles aren't immune to the fear of being separated from their owner.
11. Havanese
If left alone for too long, this breed can quickly develop behavioural problems.
12. German Shorthaired Pointer
A hunting breed raised to work alongside its owner, they don't do well when they're left on their own for a long time.
Par Alexandre Dieu
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Passionné d’écriture, des réseaux sociaux (et bien évidemment des animaux), Alexandre Dieu est le rédacteur en chef de Woopets. Diplômé d’un Master Métiers de la rédaction, il travaille en harmonie avec 2 vétérinaires, une éducatrice canine, un journaliste et 2 rédacteurs spécialisés mobilisés pour Woopets.
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