Dogs could face extreme separation anxiety after lockdown is lifted

Dogs could face extreme separation anxiety after lockdown is lifted

But when coronavirus lockdown ends, canines will have to adjust back to ‘normal life’ without constant companionship – which could lead to problems.Dr Mugford says it’s important to get these pets ready for life after lockdown, as many will have a ‘huge shock’ once restrictions are lifted.

Queen's corgi trainer says dogs will suffer from 'severe separation anxiety' after coronavirus lockdown ends

Queen's corgi trainer says dogs will suffer from 'severe separation anxiety' after coronavirus lockdown ends

This distress could manifest itself in a variety of ways, according to Dr Mugford, who said that, when left alone, pet dogs can chew furniture, bark, go to the bathroom inside, and “sometimes even self-harm”.