nowwown Posted October 19, 2007 Report Share Posted October 19, 2007 Hi, We just returned from a five day overseas vacation, and left Cody in the capable care of a friend at their horse farm. Cody spent his days running around, playing with the kids who were there for riding lessons, chasing the barn cats, and generally got himself exhausted and dirty every day. Sounds like perfect dog vacation days, right? So now he's home again. Back to 4-6 hours being left in an enclosed indoor area by himself. However, lots of attention, walks, runs in the mornings and evenings. Lots of love, hugs, pats, games, ball time in between, as usual. But he just looks sad. He greets us enthusiastically but not the same "OMYGOSHYOU'REHOMEI'MSOEXCITED" greeting we used to get. My daughter calls him over to play, roll, etc. on the floor, he does for a few moments but then walks away to lie down. He's eating fine, looks healthy, has lots of energy for walks and runs. Just seems like he's not happy. Can dogs get depressed like this? It makes me feel guilty that he's "stuck" with us and not being some happy farm dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maizy Posted October 19, 2007 Report Share Posted October 19, 2007 Just sounds like he is recovering to me if he is not used to all that activity during the day. I wouldn't read too much into it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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