Behavior modification and pharmacotherapy for separation anxiety in a 2-year-old pointer cross

Can Vet J. 2002 Mar;43(3):220-2.

Abstract

Separation anxiety is a common behavioral problem in dogs. Treatment is based on developing a behavior modification protocol that gradually desensitizes and counter-conditions the dog to being left alone, by rewarding calm, relaxed behavior. Judicious use of pharmacotherapy can be a useful adjunct to a behavior modification program.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Antidepressive Agents, Tricyclic / therapeutic use*
  • Anxiety, Separation / drug therapy
  • Anxiety, Separation / therapy
  • Behavior Therapy*
  • Behavior, Animal / drug effects*
  • Clomipramine / therapeutic use*
  • Dog Diseases / drug therapy
  • Dog Diseases / therapy*
  • Dogs
  • Male

Substances

  • Antidepressive Agents, Tricyclic
  • Clomipramine