Dog Boredom or Separation Anxiety? How to Tell the Difference
Boredom can happen at many times, while separation-related distress is tied to absence cues or being alone and may begin soon after departure.
Boredom can happen at many times, while separation-related distress is tied to absence cues or being alone and may begin soon after departure.
Chasing is often normal predatory or play behavior strengthened by movement; management and trained alternatives are more reliable than expecting instinct to disappear.
Start easy, demonstrate success, supervise, and increase difficulty only while the dog remains relaxed and engaged.