My dog is depressed after losing her friend. How can I help her cope?

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My dog recently lost her friend dog because he was put down. They were together for 6 years and she has been acting out and is showing signs of depression. I'm not sure what to do? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 11 years and 3 months old | 64.4 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your pup. Depression and mourning are very normal in dogs, especially after the loss of a close companion. It may be that Aysha needs some more time to mourn, and some extra attention, care and loving would help. Sticking to a schedule can also help her return to a more normal routine. If she is still having lots of issues, speaking with a local vet or veterinary behaviorist to see if medication would be helpful may also be beneficial for her.

My dog is depressed after losing her friend. How can I help her cope?

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