What causes anxiety in dogs?Updated 23 days ago

Many factors can cause anxiety in dogs, including environment, development, and learning experiences. In addition, a dog’s genetic background, which may be influenced by his breed or parents, may have a significant impact on how he develops. For example, if a dog’s parents were afraid of other dogs, their puppies are more likely to be afraid of other dogs.

Dogs who have been through a traumatic event, particularly during the important socialization stage, are more prone to become apprehensive in the future and develop serious behavioral issues. Additionally, early socialization experiences have an impact on a dog’s perception of the world. If strong coping skills are not continuously used, a dog who learned them as a puppy will lose them as an adult.