No. It's usually a link with the person or people you are closest too. When you 8 years old, it might be your parents, when your 38, it could be your spouse or your kid.
Any dog can suffer from separation anxiety. It is all in how you train and condition them.
Yes!! Big time !!
Many dogs suffer from anxiety when they are left alone. Dogs are pack animals and do not like being by themselves all day. Most people who love dogs have at least two, or perhaps a cat for the dog to play with.
Due to their attempt to stop their attacks or ease their anxiety level people with anxiety problems or perhaps even panic attacks suffer from more drug abuse. People who have anxiety attacks may over indulge in alcohol or drugs to "fit in" with their peers.
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People may be inseparable from other people for a variety of reasons. If one is a small child they may suffer from separation anxiety. There are other reasons and if it is becoming a problem then it is best to speak to a doctor who may be able to refer you on to discuss the issue with a specialist.
Hunters and gatherers did not suffer from anxiety disorders because of their lifestyles and the foods that they ate.
Was wondering too...
"Anxiety is a depressing and unfortunate disease from which to suffer."
This is not something that is unique to Basset hounds; there are dogs of all breeds suffer from anxiety separation. If Basset Hounds are alone, how do we know they whine? I think the answer is inconclusive.....
Many who suffer anxiety have a mentall illness such as depression, bi-polar disorder, or schizophrenia. This in no way, however, means that you do have a mental illness. Some people suffer from extreme anxiety, but are otherwise completely normal. If you feel something is wrong, I advise you to talk to your doctor.
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