“Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.” ― Roger Caras That goes for all pets, actually.

SIGNS OF PET STRESS AND ANXIETY

Just like humans, animals can experience high levels of stress and anxiety.
There are a couple of indicators to look out for:

  • Pacing or shaking
  • Hiding or avoidance
  • Excessive shedding and/ or skin issues
  • Change in behavior
  • Loss of appetite

COMMON REASONS FOR STRESSED PETS

LOUD NOISES
It’s common for pets to be scared of loud noises, in particular fireworks and thunder. Their hearing is a lot more sensitive than a human, so it makes sense why the sudden BOOM of a firework could cause them stress and discomfort.

Did You Know? The 4th of July is the #1 day of the year pets go missing.

SEPARATION ANXIETY
As hard as it is to leave a pet at home alone, imagine what it feels like for your pet. Dogs, in particular, are known to be social animals and are more likely to exhibit signs of distress when left for hours at a time.

MOVING
Moving house, apartment or city is a stressful time for anyone, especially for your pet. A change to their environment and routine can trigger unusual behavior. Over time, they might adjust to their new surroundings, however, some pets find it hard to settle down.

NEW ADDITION TO THE FAMILY
Are you planning on growing your family? A new addition to the family, whether it’s a new pet or a newborn, can be a stressful change for your current pet. Your home is their safe space and could feel threatened.

ADOPTION
Congratulations, you’re giving a new furry friend a furrever home. However, unfortunately, sometimes they come with a history that has been riddled with uncertainty and fear.

HOW TO EASE YOUR PET’S STRESS

When your pet becomes stressed or anxious, it can be hard to understand how to help them. Here are a couple of tips on how to make them comfortable and reduce their stress.

AN IMMEDIATE REMEDY

  • Calming Music – Distract your pets sensitive with some low-pitch calming music. Try out some Dog Calming Music playlists or explore some apps dedicated to creating soothing sounds for your pet.
  • Calming Garments – Also known as a Calming Coat or a ThunderShirt. The compression of these jackets has been known to help ease anxiety in your pet.
  • A Safe Space – Some pets feel safer when they have a small, cozy space to snuggle up in. Set up a crate, or a dedicated space, with pillows and blankets

LONG TERM, NATURAL SOLUTION

If your pet is stressed for a prolonged period of time, it can lead to more serious problems like immune deficiency, inflammation, digestive problems, and more.

A QUICK BREAKDOWN OF HOW YOUR PET’S BODY WORKS
Both animals and humans have an Endocannabinoid System (ECS), which is a complex cellular network that regulates essential biological functions and processes such as, immune system, inflammation, sleep, stress, appetite, and pain.

The ECS is made up of 2 main cannabidiol receptors (CB1 & CB2). In order for the ECS to function correctly, it needs to be able to produce enough endocannabinoids to maintain each essential biological function. Stress, toxins, poor diet, and a sedentary lifestyle can cause the ECS to underproduce endocannabinoids making the body more susceptible to illness, disease, or generally poor health.

THE NATURAL REMEDY
Broad-spectrum hemp oil is made up of a compound called cannabidiol (more commonly known as CBD). CBD is the same compound our ECS produces to keep the body functioning healthily.

Giving your pet hemp oil every day can help to prevent the ECS from underperforming and breaking down the naturally occurring endocannabinoids.

Giving your pet NanoSol Pet’s broad-spectrum hemp oil every day can significantly improve your pet’s day-to-day life.

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