Some greyhounds become very reliant on human company to feel safe and will panic if their owners are not with them – this is called separation anxiety. Before leaving your greyhound at home alone, you should teach them that spending time alone in a safe place is both enjoyable and temporary.
Are greyhounds prone to separation anxiety?
Luckily, it is unusual for adult greyhounds to suffer from true separation anxiety. Adult dogs are typically used to spending time alone, so better at coping. Puppies, adolescent dogs and lively versions of the lurcher are more likely to be worry about being left alone alone.
How do greyhounds deal with separation anxiety?
A good strategy for dealing with separation anxiety is to gradually get the dog use to being alone. Start with short departures where the dog has an excellent chance of not becoming anxious (may be seconds). Once the dog is comfortable with these short departures, gradually increase the time the dog is left alone.
What helps a greyhound with anxiety?
Alone training should start the first day you welcome your new greyhound into your home. You must crate your dog on the first day while you are home. Combine crating while you're home, helping your dog to be calm and feel secure when he is hanging out in his new home is the key to helping him make a smooth transition.
