in the past always had at least 2 chis - and they do quite like each other. At Pet Camp she plays with all the other Chis - as well as larger dogs. Last year I lost one to epilepsy and another had a heart attack getting her nails done at the Vets. thanks, Cheryl. dianne
~d >________________________________ >From: Mommabear7772004 <[email protected]> >To: "[email protected]" <[email protected]> >Sent: Saturday, July 13, 2013 3:13 PM >Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Daisy - separation anxiety > > >That's a hard one , Dianne . The only thing I can think of is another chi to >keep her company . They do seem to >have a preference for other Chis . >I do know of calming herbs but their effect is kind of short term and I have >no idea if they are safe for dogs , >You are at work all day ? Is there a friend she could stay with while you are >at work ? > > >Sheryl >Sent from my iPhone >On Jul 13, 2013, at 5:43 PM, Dianne Moody-McLean <[email protected]> wrote: > >>you may remember I rescued Daisy - a chi from San Bernardino last year. >>I am now also rehoming my daughter's dog, an older, epi - jack russell since >>January 2013. >>Daisy's separation anxiety - loud screeching when i leave for work in the am >>has increased even with Leo at home. So i end up taking her to Pet Camp >>where she has plenty of attention and play with other dogs. There is the >>issue of cost for this. >> >>I am considering some herbs or other remedies. The Thunder Shirt does not >>work unfortunately >> >> >> >>She is a sweetheart at home. On walks she becomes aggressive towards other >>dogs so I go for avoidance as much as possible. >> >>Would you have any suggestions. I have spoken to a vet to suggest treatment, >>including acupunture. >> >> >>My concern is how this impacts her health - if i am to ignore it but it's so >>very hard to leave her and hear the screaming. >>thanks very much >> >>dianne >> >>~d >
