Although veterinarians don’t yet have a definitive answer, at least based on clinical research studies, as to whether or not pets can become depressed, some do believe that depression can, indeed, occur in animals.
We take it for granted, don’t we? We just assume our dogs will do everything we ask them to, so long as we have a treat in hand. But that’s not entirely true, right? Dogs won’t put themselves into harm’s way for a biscuit, will they?
We all feel a bit out of sorts during the holiday season, don’t we? So many obligations, an increased amount of time in stores (and in line), and always going to homes filled with dozens of people – it’s easy to get a bit stressed out.
Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends to join together for one monster of a meal. When you look at it on paper – food and family – you’d think that Thanksgiving dinner is the perfect setting for a dog. But is it?
