Canine Compulsive Behavior Links

Shelter dog's odd behavior could indicate health problems - Chicago Tribune

Shelter dog's odd behavior could indicate health problems Chicago Tribune If the running in circles might be described as tail chasing, there's no medical explanation, and the behavior can't easily be interrupted, the problem may be a true compulsive behavior, which calls for a visit to your veterinarian. and more »

Puppy Mills' Damage to Mental Health - San Francisco Chronicle (blog)

San Francisco Chronicle (blog)

Puppy Mills' Damage to Mental Health San Francisco Chronicle (blog) Have you ever had a dog with significant behavior problems even though you did everything right? Not just a minor lapse like a snatched sandwich, but issues such as anxiety, fear, impulse control, aggression, obsessive-compulsive disorders?

Do you Parent a Canine Landscaper? - Seattle Post Intelligencer (blog)

Seattle Post Intelligencer (blog)

Do you Parent a Canine Landscaper? Seattle Post Intelligencer (blog) Other dogs find it an activity to pass the time and expend pent up energy. If the behavior has become OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) you may want to Vet check the dog or speak with a canine behavior specialist. Did you know, your ever watchful dog ... and more »

Ask the Trainer | Dogs can be obsessive compulsive - Sierra Sun

Ask the Trainer | Dogs can be obsessive compulsive Sierra Sun Dogs are subject to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) just like humans. OCD is a medical condition where a dog engages in normal canine activities in an abnormally repetitive, frantic and self-destructive manner. There are many OCD-type behaviors in ...

Does Your Pet Need Prozac? - Paw Nation

Does Your Pet Need Prozac? Paw Nation Prozac is one of the newest human psychoactive drugs (a drug that alters brain chemistry) to be used for canine and feline behavior problems. Vets have prescribed a variety of them for many years, with some success. The antidepressants are usually not ...