My dog barks when I leave her in the hotel room. What can I do?

Taking them for a walk or run before you leave so they are tired will help. Also play classical music which helps them to relax and will diminish the outside noises. In addition I would leave the drapes pulled, again so they don’t see anything outside and they are more likely to rest in a darken room. I’ve had good luck using a Sonic Egg as a bark deterrent. It can be used inside or outside. When you get back take them for another long walk or run so they don’t get built up energy. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Romeo.

Poor Chelsea! It sounds like she's quite anxious in the crate by herself - many puppies have trouble adjusting to this at first. I would recommend giving her a special long-lasting treat of some kind each time you put her in the crate, such as a Kong toy stuffed with peanut butter - this will help to keep her busy and encourage her to settle, and over time will also help with her anxiety by giving her something to look forward to when you leave. You can also try a DAP pheromone collar along with a natural calming supplement such as Zylkene or Composure to see if this helps.

Slowly acclimate Nala to your absence. Prepare to leave the house or room several times during the day and night. Leave sometimes and other times stay. Do not make a big deal about leaving or returning. Initially, step outside for a minute or two then walk back inside. Ignore her for 15 minutes or until she calms down each time you return. Gradually increase the length of your absence. Provide special toys or treats to be used only when you leave. Use praise and small rewards as she progresses. The use of pheromone collars or sprays may also help to ease her anxiety. She may need to be seen by your vet as well as by a behaviorist or trainer.

It sounds like Rosie is very anxious at your parents' house for some reason. Some dogs are anxious in new or unfamiliar environments in general - without meeting Rosie in person, it's hard to say if there is a specific reason that she is anxious or if she just has a hard time coping with being someplace other than her safe, familiar home. If it's an option to leave Rosie at home when you go to your parents' house, this would be a perfectly reasonable option since it doesn't sound like she enjoys being there. If this isn't possible, you can try a DAP pheromone collar along with a natural calming supplement like Zylkene or Composure before your visit to see if this helps to reduce her anxiety.

Without seeing Daisy in person, it's hard to say why this might be. She may be anxious in crowded spaces, or there may be certain things that she sees sometimes that cause her to bark. You could try bringing along something for her to chew on to help keep her busy when she will need to be quiet and still for a bit, such as a Kong toy stuffed with peanut butter. If this doesn't help, I would recommend making an appointment with a good reward-based trainer who can evaluate her in person and help you develop some strategies to help her learn to settle quietly in these environments. You can search for a qualified trainer in your area here: www.ccpdt.org

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I'm sorry to hear Dallas is suffering from anxiety. Dogs can become anxious when separated from their owner (even if it's a quick trip to the store!) or when moving into a new place. I would recommend encouraging independent play by offering Dallas a kong filled with frozen peanut butter or another toy/treat that encourages him to play by himself. I would also look into a pheromone collar and thundershirt to see if that can help him as well. If these suggestions are not enough or you have further concerns, I would recommend either setting up a consult or reaching out to your regular veterinarian for further advice. Good luck!

Behavioral modification things to try: downplay your signals when you leave and give her a long-lasting Kong stuffed with treats to focus on. Don't make a big fuss when you return, either--oftentimes owners are unknowingly making things worse by announcing their departures and arrivals. I've had success with anti-anxiety medication like Lorazepam that your veterinarian can prescribe (off-label) for short-term anxiety management. Anti-depressants like Prozac or Clomicalm are also useful for long-term management. Hope that helps!