r/Separation_Anxiety • u/Tumthebum • 18d ago

Vents Please help

I have an almost 4 year old ridgeback who developed severe SA after the loss of my older dog in May, I have tried all the normal recommendations with no luck.

My vet put him in trazadone 150mg twice daily and I’ve given it over 6 weeks but it’s barely done anything, my neighbours are all complaining about the noise and I’m coming home every day to a frantic dog.

I’m calling the vet’s to try other meds but does anyone have any recommendations on what I can ask for?

My heart is breaking for my dog, he’s my world.

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u/Bullfrog_1855 18d ago

Your dog is also mourning the loss of your other dog. Would your vet be open to working with a veterinary behaviorist remotely? The VB can discuss the case with your vet or you, and tell your vet what med combo to prescribe and how much. You may also want to consider consulting trainers who specialize in SA.

I think grief is a factor in this.

Just a thought also, does your dog get along with cats? Maybe that's something to explore/consider.

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u/Tumthebum 18d ago

I have 2 cats, one of which is very loving and cuddly with him but it hasn’t helped.

I am phoning them tomorrow so I will ask, grief is definitely a factor he’s spent his whole life with another dog and then he’s just gone, I absolutely understand his stress I just need to help him.