Back-to-school anxiety in dogs – a vets guide

With the kids back in school and the summer holidays out of sight, for many of us, September doesn’t just bring a change in the weather.

- PAW TIME with PDSA vet nurse Emma Fisher

Now the nights are drawing in, your pets, particularly your dogs, can become sensitive to changes in their routine as well as their home environment.

We've all experienced the 'holiday blues' and a similar response can be said for our dogs. They've got used to spending more time with you, getting extra fuss and attention, and can be left feeling bored and lonely when everyone suddenly goes back to their normal routine, leaving them feeling out of sorts.

Just like us humans, dogs are very social animals. They don’t like to be alone and need plenty of human companionship.