Studies have suggested that even dogs can experience mental health issues. They feel stress, anxiety, and behaviours similar to depression under certain emotional or environmental conditions.

Often their strange behaviour is overlooked. A sudden change in their mood & unusual aggression might seem like a temporary change, but these could be signs of deeper psychological issues.

Unlike physical changes, mental disorders in dogs are often detected through behavioural changes. If they are left unaddressed, it could impact not just their life but their overall health

It is no news that mental health is as important as physical well-being. Some of the most common mental health conditions that affect dogs are:

Just like humans, dogs can also suffer from depression. This condition manifests behaviours like withdrawing from family members, loss of appetite, and lethargy.

Social anxiety is common among puppies and dogs that have experienced trauma and neglect. Dogs with social anxiety show aggression toward other humans and refuse to interact with unfamiliar animals.

Loud noises, such as thunderstorms or firecrackers, trigger stress in dogs. The stress could be seen in behaviours like excessive barking or whining, restlessness, and pacing.

Separation anxiety in dogs occurs when they're left alone for a long time. Signs include excessive howling, destructive chewing, and attempting to escape. 

OCD in dogs involves repetitive behaviours for no particular reason. Common symptoms include excessive licking, repeated grooming, and biting objects such as their leash.