A Maltese that suffers from anxiety attacks oftentimes exhibits extreme behavior such as chewing, barking, salivating, urinating, defecating, or vomiting. They may also display what is known as escape behavior, which includes behavior such as busting out of a cage or digging under the fence if left outdoors. Sometimes the dog may become physically ill because of depression.
The treatment for anxiety attacks varies from dog to dog. In severe cases, some Maltese require anti-anxiety medication. Others may find relief from a device which can be plugged into the wall and emits a spray that helps calm the dog. For those who prefer using holistic therapies, Bach's Rescue Remedy has proven effective in calming anxious dogs.
If your Maltese suffers from anxiety attacks, experts recommend that you 'just leave'. Prolonging the departure is not going to make it any easier. In fact, it can make matters worse. Mooning over the dog and kissing him or telling him you're sorry you have to leave and you'll be back soon will only cause the Maltese to become even more insecure.
Experts recommend buying your Maltese a "bye-bye" bone, as a way to distract the pet. Place the "bye bye" bone near the front door and only bring it out when you are attempting to leave. As you walk out the door, toss the bone so the dog has to chase it. When the dog goes to retrieve the bone; immediately exit.
The Maltese who suffers from anxiety attacks is usually only anxious for the first hour after the owner leaves. Whenever you leave your Maltese, turn on music or the TV. Just make certain the programming is appropriate for anxious Fido.
Initially one must begin by training the Maltese for a small separation. Start by leaving for 15 minutes. Each time you leave add an additional fifteen minutes to the previous time. Over time you will be able to leave your Maltese for 8 to 10 hours per day.
A good way to reduce or eliminate stress and tension is to take your Maltese on a daily walk. If your dog suffers from anxiety attacks, take him on a walk in the morning before you go to work. This will help to tire him and allow him to sleep more restfully while you are away.
It's a good idea to acclimate your Maltese to car rides when they are puppies. Adult Maltese dogs that have not been acclimated to car rides generally do not enjoy them and may suffer from anxiety attacks when forced to ride in the car. They have a tendency to wail the entire ride, which is no fun for anyone.
While the Maltese is still a puppy, take him out on short trips and make it a pleasant ride for him to remember and get used to it. It is recommended to not feed the puppy anything few hours before travel as it increases the pressure on his stomach and urinating frequencies.
To be cured of a car anxiety the Maltese may require behavior modification exercises such as taking him for short daily rides, feeding him in the car so he feels more comfortable, or letting him play in it for awhile everyday.
If you are moving to a new residence, you'll want to keep your pet's needs in mind too. Maltese can sense stress and react to it just like people do. It's advisable to take your Maltese to a vet and perform a check up. His entire medical and registration papers must be taken along. Talk to your veterinarian about the area where you are moving and if there are particular diseases for which your pet could be at risk.
While packing, it is advisable to have your Maltese confined to a cage so he doesn’t accidentally get stepped on. If your Maltese has a favorite blanket or toy, keep it in a safe place until you are ready to leave.
Place the item inside the crate to ease the stress while you are packing, moving, and setting up the new place. Maltese may travel in cages; however it's a good idea to cover the cage with a sheet or light fabric. Also during the move, it's best to keep the pet with the owner.
During pet pit stops, always keep your Maltese on a leash even if you know your pet would never go anywhere without you. Never leave your pet in the car with the windows rolled up.
Know beforehand if your Maltese is a good traveler or needs medication for anxiety or car-sickness. A long trip to a new place is not the time to discover your dog gets sick in the car.
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