Well, check out these poor animals, and you’ll probably see that they might be having a way worse day than you. Just like us humans, our furry friends – dogs, cats, squirrels, and even lizards – can get themselves into pretty sticky situations. We’ve scoured the Internet and found you the silliest and most ‘aww’-inducing pics of animals having a rough day. Let us know which ones you like the best by upvoting them! Either a change in eating habits or less energy, but not all signs of depression are equal in all pets. For example, if a dog has depression, it might start licking its paws excessively. Cats, on the other hand, might begin ripping their hair out. Why does a pet become depressed? Just like in humans, hormone changes might influence pet depression. If there’s no underlying health issue, it might also be because of change. Whether it’s a change of routine, their usual environment, or just people that they’re used to. A change in owners can be even traumatic for a pet. When there’s a particularly strong bond between the pet and the owner, they might sense that the person has depression and start feeling depressed themselves. And what’s the treatment for pet depression, you ask? Well, it’s not that dissimilar to human depression. Exercise and fresh air, for one, are great for depressed pets, too. Exercising will release hormones the pet needs to feel better. If it’s a depressed cat, you might want to spend more time with them. Extra cuddles and playtime applies to dogs as well, especially if the cause of their depression is a new family member, such as a baby. In worst-case scenarios, vets can prescribe medication. Paxil, Prozac, and Zoloft are usually the medicines for depressed pets. Fingers And Paws Dog Training lists some signs that a dog might be feeling off. And they say it’s important not to test their limits and give them some space if they’re exhibiting this behavior. Sometimes, pets might want to make themselves look smaller – that’s also one sign of anxiety. Unnatural crouching with a lowered head and rounded back can signal that a pet is worried about something. Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.
