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Is my dog's barking, peeing, pooping in new home separation anxiety?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 3 years and 3 months old | 8 lbs

I recently moved houses about a week ago and its all new to chico and he was doing great no peeing or pooping in the house and i went to my dads this weekend as i do everyweekend (divorced parents) and my mom told me he was barking all night(which he never dose) and he peed and pooped everywere (which he rarley dose; mostly potty trained) he is very attched to me and im wondering if he had an anxiety attack cause its a new surroundings and im not there for the first time since we moved

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 28th, 2018

Hello. Yes, it is possible that Chico suffered some anxiety while you were gone. I would try & have your Mom become a little more involved in Chico's care by taking him for walks & administering some meals & treats while you are there & while you are away. You can also start him on a very mild antianxiety product called Zylkene. It can take several weeks to reach full effect, but over time it can make him calmer. You can purchase this online, or check to see if your PetCo carries it. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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