{"id":1776,"date":"2016-11-23T01:34:23","date_gmt":"2016-11-23T01:34:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lovelyn.us\/?p=521"},"modified":"2016-11-23T01:34:23","modified_gmt":"2016-11-23T01:34:23","slug":"benefits-home-pet-sitting-nervous-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging-wmplo.xyz\/zen\/benefits-home-pet-sitting-nervous-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Pet Sitting Benefits for Nervous Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-523\" src=\"http:\/\/lovelyn.us\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/scared-dog.png\" alt=\"scared-dog\" width=\"640\" height=\"418\" \/><\/h3>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 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ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/staging-wmplo.xyz\/zen\/benefits-home-pet-sitting-nervous-dogs\/#Tools\" title=\"Tools\">Tools<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keeping_Your_Pet_Calm_at_Home\"><\/span>Keeping Your Pet Calm at Home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Have you ever known or even have an overly anxious dog?\u00a0 It is not unusual that our pets can have emotional issues just like humans do.\u00a0 For those nervous dogs, it can be difficult to keep them calm even when they are within the comfort of their own homes.\u00a0 A pet sitting service can not only send someone to spend time with your dog and keep them relaxed, but they can also help train your pet to be at ease even when they are alone.\u00a0 Here are a few benefits of having a pet sitter for your uneasy pooch:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pet_Sitting_Companionship\"><\/span>Pet Sitting Companionship<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Whether you are at work, at the grocery store, out with friends and family, or on vacation, your dog is going to experience some alone time.\u00a0 For nervous dogs, especially if he or she is a new addition to your family, this can be extremely stressful.\u00a0 A pet sitter can be there to hang out with your friend when you can\u2019t.\u00a0 Not only can they make sure meals are on time and regular walks are taken, but they can play with your pet and just be around for a comforting petting or grooming session.<\/p>\n<p>For new pets, this is a great way to ease them into getting to know their new home and their surroundings.\u00a0 Pet sitters can also be helpful in getting your pet used to new people.\u00a0 Working together, you can introduce your pet sitter while you are present.\u00a0 The sitter will know how to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.paw-rescue.org\/PAW\/PETTIPS\/DogTip_Shy.php\">approach<\/a> your dog and will help you get him or her used to the new presence.\u00a0 Once your dog is comfortable with your pet sitter, they can begin to introduce your dog to other people on their own.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-524\" src=\"http:\/\/lovelyn.us\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/training.png\" alt=\"training\" width=\"841\" height=\"527\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Training\"><\/span>Training<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For the times when you have no choice but to leave your dog alone, your <a href=\"http:\/\/lovelyn.us\/\">pet sitting service<\/a> can provide someone equipped with training techniques to help your pet deal with those situations. \u00a0\u00a0A regular routine can keep your pet focused and comfortable.\u00a0 Your pet sitter can perform the same tasks (such as going up and down the stairs) over and over, with <a href=\"http:\/\/www.akc.org\/content\/dog-training\/articles\/training-the-fearful-dog\/\">positive reinforcement<\/a> at the end once your dog completes the task on his own.\u00a0 Helping your pet get more comfortable doing unfamiliar things while someone is acting guide can help them to do it alone later.\u00a0 Your pet sitter can even try this without leaving your house.\u00a0 They can go to another part of a house away from your dog for a short period of time (a few minutes at first) and then return with a reward.\u00a0 Gradually the time away can be increased with the same reward system after.\u00a0 This training technique can teach your pet that alone time is a good thing and that behaving during it can be rewarding.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-522\" src=\"http:\/\/lovelyn.us\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/dog-walker.png\" alt=\"dog-walker\" width=\"640\" height=\"423\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tools\"><\/span>Tools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Anxiety-reducing tools are a great way to keep your pet calm. \u00a0\u00a0Anxiety wraps are very popular and can help your dog deal with the stress from loud noises such as construction or the lawn mower or even walks to the park.\u00a0 Try the<a href=\"http:\/\/www.onegreenplanet.org\/animalsandnature\/natural-ways-you-can-help-your-anxious-dog\/\"> Thundershirt<\/a>, a very popular calming vest. \u00a0Music can help as well.\u00a0 Classical music has a soothing effect, but you can try out any music that your dog seems to enjoy.\u00a0 Play it while you are home and when your dog is with the pet sitter.\u00a0\u00a0 Then, while you are away, play that same music to comfort your pet with the reminder of the positive stimulation associated with his human counterparts.\u00a0 Remember to use what best suits your particular dog because you do not want to scare them further with the wrong tool.<\/p>\n<p>Having a nervous dog shouldn\u2019t have to limit your or your dog\u2019s lifestyle.\u00a0 With the proper in-home pet sitter, you can help your dog deal with and even reduce his anxiety.\u00a0 Are you looking for more tips on how to work with your pet sitter to calm your nervous dog?\u00a0 You can find more easy methods for a healthy, happy, and calmer pooch <a href=\"http:\/\/www.paw-rescue.org\/PAW\/PETTIPS\/DogTip_Shy.php\">here<\/a>. \u00a0Help your dog start enjoying a stress-free life today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Keeping Your Pet Calm at Home Have you ever known or even have an overly anxious dog?\u00a0 It is not unusual that our pets can have emotional issues just like humans do.\u00a0 For those nervous dogs, it can be difficult to keep them calm even when they are within the comfort of their own homes.\u00a0 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