My dog is clingy and anxious after a dog bite. What can I do?

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My dog was bit by another dog 8 days ago, he had surgery, but is doing better now but it was close. Problem is that now he is very clingy won't let me go anywhere without him always wants to be touching me. I understand why, but don't want to make things worse if I let him cont. But I fully understand his need for safty. What's the right thing to help him. His 9 yrs old min pin. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 12 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

As you are aware t may be difficult to break the cycle if you change his routine and spend more time and affection with him but he does need some additional assurance after such an ordeal. Try to gradually increase the amount of time he spends alone in a safe area where he feels comfortable over then next few weeks . A calming supplement such as kalm aid or royal canin calm food and a pheromone diffser may also help in his recovery and reducing the anxiety he feels

My dog is clingy and anxious after a dog bite. What can I do?

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