THEIR OVERALL HEALTH
Ever heard the expression “healthy mind, healthy body”? Well it also applies to cats and dogs—not just their owners! Your pet’s mental health is critical to their overall health. Fear, stress, and anxiety can have unpleasant physical effects in cats and dogs over the long term, including:
- Hypervigilance
- Fatigue
- Abnormal hair loss
- Excessive drooling
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Weakened immune system
Depending on your pet’s personality, chronic stress can also lead to issues like:
- Excessive vocalization
- Destructive behaviour
- Changes in sleeping and eating habits
- Aggression
- Excessive licking
- Accidents in the house
- Feelings of isolation