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My dog has separation anxiety. How can I help her before vacation?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 4 years old | 20 lbs

How can I help my pet not have separation anxiety? She has only bonded with me, so whenever I leave she won’t stay calm, I’m leaving for a week for vacation and can’t take her and I really just don’t know what to do.

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Answered By Makenzie Kurth, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 27th, 2018

Talk with your vet about an anti-anxiety medication which can help tremendously. I use trazodone most often but there are many options. Other helps include: crate training and the adaptyl collar (a pheromone collar that can decreased stress). Best of luck to you and Sadie!

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