Information Systems Stress Management Assignment

By: Alex Smith

 Stress in dogs is described as feelings of strain or pressure; just like humans (Buzhardt, 2019).

 Stress can elicit a flight or fight response.

 Growling

 Barking

 Whining

 Pacing

 Freezing

Dogs use body language and warning signs to let humans know that they are stressed.

Symptoms Include:

 Tucked ears/tail

 Avoiding eye contact

 Hiding

 Panting

 Shaking

(AKC, 2019)(Mood, 2019)

 Inconsistent owner behavior

 Confusing commands

 Staring directly at the dog

 Unnecessary punishment

 Saying “it’s okay” before a stressful situation (word association)

It is important for owners to identify triggers and warning signs to help prevent future stress in their dog.

Examples of stressors:

(Mood, 2019) (AKC, 2019)

 Reduced appetite

 Aggressive or timid behavior

 Separation Anxiety

 Internal damage

 Diarrhea

Chronic stress can lead to behavioral and physical changes in your dog such as:

(National Geographic, 2019)

(Wag, 2020)

Remove the dog from the stressor.

 Provide your dog with a safe place in the home where they can escape anxious situations.

 This quiet place can allow the dog space to regroup.

 Don’t overly comfort the dog, as it will only confirm the fears are justified and may make the dog less confident in the future.

(Buzhardt, 2016) (AKC, 2019)

Exercise!

 Physical activities such as walking or playing fetch can the owner you and the dog release tension (Buzhardt, 2016).

(AKC, 2019)

Use Routine Commands

 Responding to routine commands distracts the dog and provides a sense of normalcy.

 Commands such as sit, down, and heel can be calming to a worried dog.

 Make the dog earn treats by performing a routing activity, i.e. sitting.

(Buzhardt, 2016) (AKC, 2019)

 AKC. (2020). [Images]. AKC.org

 Buzhardt, Lynn. (2016). Signs Your Dog is Stressed and How to Relieve It. VCAHospitals.org. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/signs-your-dog-is- stressed-and-how-to-relieve-it

 Mood, Abbie. (2019, Oct. 18). How To Tell If Your Dog Is Stressed. AKC.org. https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/how-to-tell-if-your-dog-is-stressed/

 Holistic Dog Training. (2019). The Five Fs -Survival Response In Pet-Dogs. Holisticdogtraining.com. [Infographic]. https://www.holisticdogtraining.org/holistic- infographics/a03rlpq4n69ajdc0rqqb00lenefux0

 National Geographic. (2019). If you’re chronically stressed, your dog could be too. https://www.nationalgeographic.co.uk/. [Image]. https://www.nationalgeographic.co.uk/animals/2019/06/if-youre-chronically-stressed- your-dog-could-be-too

 Wag (2020). Chronic Stress in Dogs. Wag.com. https://wagwalking.com/condition/chronic-stress/

By: Alex Smith

 Stress in dogs is described as feelings of strain or pressure; just like humans (Buzhardt, 2019).

 Stress can elicit a flight or fight response.

 Growling

 Barking

 Whining

 Pacing

 Freezing

Dogs use body language and warning signs to let humans know that they are stressed.

Symptoms Include:

 Tucked ears/tail

 Avoiding eye contact

 Hiding

 Panting

 Shaking

(AKC, 2019)(Mood, 2019)

 Inconsistent owner behavior

 Confusing commands

 Staring directly at the dog

 Unnecessary punishment

 Saying “it’s okay” before a stressful situation (word association)

It is important for owners to identify triggers and warning signs to help prevent future stress in their dog.

Examples of stressors:

(Mood, 2019) (AKC, 2019)

 Reduced appetite

 Aggressive or timid behavior

 Separation Anxiety

 Internal damage

 Diarrhea

Chronic stress can lead to behavioral and physical changes in your dog such as:

(National Geographic, 2019)

(Wag, 2020)

Remove the dog from the stressor.

 Provide your dog with a safe place in the home where they can escape anxious situations.

 This quiet place can allow the dog space to regroup.

 Don’t overly comfort the dog, as it will only confirm the fears are justified and may make the dog less confident in the future.

(Buzhardt, 2016) (AKC, 2019)

Exercise!

 Physical activities such as walking or playing fetch can the owner you and the dog release tension (Buzhardt, 2016).

(AKC, 2019)

Use Routine Commands

 Responding to routine commands distracts the dog and provides a sense of normalcy.

 Commands such as sit, down, and heel can be calming to a worried dog.

 Make the dog earn treats by performing a routing activity, i.e. sitting.

(Buzhardt, 2016) (AKC, 2019)

 AKC. (2020). [Images]. AKC.org

 Buzhardt, Lynn. (2016). Signs Your Dog is Stressed and How to Relieve It. VCAHospitals.org. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/signs-your-dog-is- stressed-and-how-to-relieve-it

 Mood, Abbie. (2019, Oct. 18). How To Tell If Your Dog Is Stressed. AKC.org. https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/advice/how-to-tell-if-your-dog-is-stressed/

 Holistic Dog Training. (2019). The Five Fs -Survival Response In Pet-Dogs. Holisticdogtraining.com. [Infographic]. https://www.holisticdogtraining.org/holistic- infographics/a03rlpq4n69ajdc0rqqb00lenefux0

 National Geographic. (2019). If you’re chronically stressed, your dog could be too. https://www.nationalgeographic.co.uk/. [Image]. https://www.nationalgeographic.co.uk/animals/2019/06/if-youre-chronically-stressed- your-dog-could-be-too

 Wag (2020). Chronic Stress in Dogs. Wag.com. https://wagwalking.com/condition/chronic-stress/